Topic: Versatile Metal-Organic Frameworks: The Rise of Flexible MOF Devices

The evolution of flexible electronic devices is increasingly defined by functionalities that go beyond simple bendability. Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs), with their remarkable structural versatility, are emerging as a key solution for meeting the core demands of next-generation flexible technologies. This convergence of material needs and MOF capabilities is not coincidental - it is strategic. Traditionally celebrated for their exceptional porosity and chemical tunability, MOFs were largely limited to rigid, crystalline powders. A paradigm shift is now underway, expanding the application of these versatile materials into the domains of flexibility, stretchability, and softness.

This Special Issue, “Versatile Metal-Organic Frameworks: The Rise of Flexible MOF Devices,” is dedicated to exploring the rapidly evolving frontier of flexible MOF technologies. It highlights groundbreaking strategies that are transforming MOFs into key components for next-generation flexible devices. Key areas of focus include the design and fabrication of MOF-based composites and thin films, which enhance mechanical robustness and deformability without compromising functional properties. Particular attention is given to their transformative applications, such as wearable sensors capable of monitoring health biomarkers with unprecedented sensitivity, flexible energy storage systems for powering bendable electronics, and advanced soft actuators and robots that can adapt to complex environments.

By bringing together cutting-edge research and insightful reviews, this collection aims not only to showcase the current state-of-the-art but also to illuminate future pathways and challenges. We invite readers to explore this exciting landscape, where adaptable MOF architectures are paving the way toward a truly flexible and intelligent technological future.

Key areas of interest include, but are not limited to:

● Wearable MOF-based sensors for non-invasive health monitoring;

● Flexible MOF supercapacitors and batteries for powering stretchable electronic skins;

● Stimuli-responsive MOF actuators and soft robots for adaptive locomotion and manipulation;

● MOF-polymer composite membranes for selective gas separation and water purification;

● Photoactive and conductive MOF fabrics for smart textiles;

● Biocompatible MOF patches for controlled drug delivery through the skin interface.

Flexible MOFs, flexible electronics, soft robots, wearable sensors, MOF-polymer composites, energy storage