This review focuses on the synthesis, crystallization mechanism, and application of colloidal zeolites.
The synthesis formulations and features of different zeolite-type structures prepared in nanosized form
are summarized. Special attention is paid to zeolites prepared as stable colloidal suspensions. Next, new
insights into zeolite crystallization mechanism gained by using colloidal zeolites as model systems are
discussed. Further, the methods for deposition of zeolite nanocrystals from suspensions onto supports of
different shapes and compositions used for the fabrication of zeolite films and membranes are reviewed.
The use of colloidal zeolites for the fabrication of hierarchical macrostructures is also described. Other
uses of nanozeolites for the preparation of functionalized materials, for the synthesis of mesoporous
silicas of improved hydrothermal stability, and as seeds for zeolite syntheses are illustrated. The emerging
applications of nanozeolites in sensing, optoelectronics, and medicine constitute another topic in this
review. Finally, some future trends in the area are envisaged.