Progress in electronics and photonics with nanomaterials

Nanomaterials have been at the center of attraction for almost five decades as their contributions to different disciplines such as electronics, photonics and medicine are enormous. Various kinds of nanomaterials have been developed and are currently utilized in innumerable applications. Nevertheless, their simple realization and easy and efficient upscaling are topics under intense investigation. Innovative strategies have been adopted for nanomaterial synthesis and their usability. Here, we provide a brief overview on nanomaterials ranging from basic understanding of their structure-property relationship to advanced applications. This editorial covers various aspects about nanomaterials, which will be useful/attractive for beginners in the field of nanotechnology as well as for experts and for industrialists looking forward to exploit them for real world applications.