Responsive Materials: Leading the development of materials science

In recent years, the field of materials science has experienced a remarkable upsurge in the design and development of novel materials. Among these advancements, stimuli-responsive materials have become a focal point of scientific exploration toward device applications. Researchers have devoted significant attention to this cutting-edge field, drawing inspiration from natural processes triggered by external stimuli, such as the vivid color-changing abilities of chameleons and sunflowers' response to sunlight. As a result, numerous stimuli-responsive functional materials and systems have been comprehensively investigated from a scientific perspective, assessing their potential in diverse technological applications. These materials exhibit remarkable properties that allow them to respond intelligently to various stimuli, including temperature change, pH level, redox reaction, humidity, solvent, mechanical force, light, and electric and magnetic field. Their adaptability, controllability and eco-friendly nature make them indispensable tools toward addressing global challenges across industry, energy, environment, medicine, healthcare, and everyday life. Consequently, stimuli-responsive materials have found wide-ranging applications in fields such as life science, environmental protection, aerospace, and electronics, demonstrating immense potential and far-reaching implications for the future of adaptive technology. To foster collaboration and facilitate the exchange of knowledge and ideas among researchers worldwide, the journal Responsive Materials has been established as an outlet. This distinguished publication serves as a global platform for scientists, academics, and industry professionals to showcase the progress and the existing opportunities and challenges in stimuli-responsive materials research, and to share their groundbreaking discoveries and advancements in this field. With strong support from the international research community, Responsive Materials has assembled an outstanding team of experts from around the world. I am delighted to introduce Dr. Paula Mendes from the University of Birmingham (UK) and Dr. Takashi Nakanishi from the National Institute for Materials Science (Japan) as associate editors of this journal, responsible for expediting the peer review process. The journal's distinguished editorial board comprises renowned experts, including Nobel laureates, representing countries such as Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, UK, and USA. This exceptional group ensures that Responsive Materials not only advances the frontiers of materials science but also serves as a catalyst, guiding future research directions in materials research and fostering global collaboration. Responsive Materials follows an open-access publication model, ensuring unrestricted global access to all the published articles. The dedicated editorial team guarantees an efficient review process, with an average turnaround time of about one month. The journal welcomes various types of contributions, including original research articles, comprehensive reviews, insightful commentaries, research highlights, and profiles of influential figures in this vibrant field. In a commitment to inclusivity and support for researchers, the journal will cover the article publication charges for the first three years (2023–2025) of its establishment. This highly anticipated inaugural issue of Responsive Materials would mark a significant milestone in stimuli-responsive materials research. This journal is jointly published by Wiley and Southeast University. I extend my sincerest appreciation to the editors and journal publishing managers of Wiley, including Drs. José Oliveira, Guangchen Xu, Xin Su, Jing Zhu, Eric Ying Wang, and Jiji Zhang, for their invaluable support and encouragement. Without their dedication and unwavering support, this journal would not have come to fruition. Given the promising outlook of this growing field, we are confident that Responsive Materials will attract global attention and experience rapid growth. As embarked on this extraordinary journey, I cordially invite researchers, scholars, and industry professionals from around the globe to join us in shaping the future of stimuli-responsive materials and devices. Together, we can push the boundaries of scientific discovery and innovation, revolutionizing our approach to materials and their applications. Responsive Materials stands ready to lead the development of materials science and be the steadfast companion in this remarkable expedition toward a more sustainable and technologically advanced future. Distinguished Chair Professor and Director of Institute of Advanced Materials, Southeast University. Editor-in-Chief, Responsive Materials The author declares no conflicts of interest.

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