About the Journal

About the Journal

Focus & Scope

Metamaterials & Nanophotonics (MetaNano) is a peer-reviewed, Gold Open Access journal dedicated to publishing high-quality international research in metamaterials, nanophotonics, and related fields. The journal provides a platform for scientists, engineers, and researchers to share innovative methods, novel findings, and transformative applications.

Metamaterials & Structures

  • Metamaterials, metasurfaces, and frequency selective surfaces (FSS)
  • Electromagnetic bandgap (EBG) structures and novel designs
  • Topological materials and phononic metamaterials
  • Crystal growth and fabrication techniques

Nanophotonics & Quantum Effects

  • Quantum nanophotonics and plasmonics
  • Light–matter interaction at the nanoscale
  • Nonlinear optics in nanostructures
  • Quantum effects and strong coupling

Devices & Applications

  • Nanophotonic devices and integrated platforms
  • Advanced photonic systems for sensing and imaging
  • Biophotonics and biomedical optics
  • Communications and imaging technologies

Theory & Characterization

  • Scattering, diffraction, and near-field phenomena
  • Advanced analytical and numerical techniques
  • Computational modeling and simulation
  • Experimental characterization methods

Why Publish with MetaNano?

Gold Open Access

Immediate free access to all published content under Creative Commons license.

Global Visibility

Designed for indexing in major academic databases to maximize impact.

Rapid Publication

Streamlined workflow from submission to Early View online publication.

Author Rights

Authors retain copyright while enabling wide dissemination.

Rigorous Multi-Stage Peer Review

MetaNano applies a rigorous multi-stage peer-review process that supports authors in refining and strengthening their work while ensuring the highest standards of scientific quality. Each stage of review provides constructive feedback to improve clarity, accuracy, and overall impact. Published articles are openly accessible online, enabling rapid dissemination and broad visibility across the global scientific community.

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