This book explores some of the latest and recent advances in the synthesis characterization and applications of magnetic nanomaterials It starts with an overview of magnetic nanomaterials followed by a list of their synthesis and characterization methods The book shows the potential of magnetic materials in different applications including theranostic nanomedicine heavy metals detection dyes sensing solar cells wastewater treatment decontamination of soil and detection and monitoring of toxic gases Moreover it explores their use as drug and gene delivery agents their biosafety and bioregulation facets tissue engineering applications and their potential for combating pathogens