Virtual Issue on Multifunctional Nanoporous Materials in Latin America

Abstract

Latin America is a vibrant and ethnically diverse land, with a unique culture characterized by ingenuity and creativity. This multi-journal Virtual Issue, guest-edited by Profs. Germán E. Gomez and Galo J. A. A. Soler-Illia, highlights recent papers from Latin American research groups devoted to microporous and mesoporous multifunctional materials. This field is of recent development within materials chemistry and exemplifies the growth of a dynamic community. We made a coarse division in two different areas: Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) and templated microporous, mesoporous or macroporous materials or composites. These selected articles show exciting perspectives for the upcoming future of porous materials in the region. A consolidation of the materials chemistry community is evident, leading to the formation of highly trained scientists and providing an outlook to future industrialization of the upcoming technologies. These two aspects are essential. Sound science and technology are key to creating long-term economic opportunities for the young generation, which is the most crucial societal challenge nowadays in the region.