The materials produced via the sol-gel process have numerous applications in various fields:
- Optics: Production of optical coatings, lenses, and waveguides. - Catalysis: Synthesis of catalysts with high surface area and specific active sites. - Sensors: Development of sensitive and selective sensors for detecting chemicals and biological agents. - Biomedical Applications: Fabrication of bioactive materials for drug delivery and tissue engineering. - Energy Storage: Creation of materials for batteries, supercapacitors, and fuel cells.