Multifunctional Applications of Nanoparticle Catalysts in Environmental Catalysis and Energy Conversion
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Materials Science and Engineering".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 May 2025 | Viewed by 125
Special Issue Editor
Interests: functional nanocatalyst design; electrocatalysis; photocatalysis; bioelectrocatalysis
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We are pleased to announce the launch of this Special Issue, entitled “Multifunctional Applications of Nanoparticle Catalysts in Environmental Catalysis and Energy Conversion”. This issue is dedicated to the advancement of nanoparticle catalysts, which are pivotal in the realms of environmental and energy catalysis, material science, biocatalytic systems, and sustainability. It aligns with the urgent global need for innovative solutions that address environmental challenges and enhance energy efficiency.
- Characterization of Catalyst Properties: A comprehensive identification of the properties of these catalysts, such as their morphology, size, and electronic structure, is crucial. This Special Issue encourages contributions that shed light on the relationship between these properties and the catalysts' functionality.
- Structural–Performance Correlations: We seek to gain a deeper insight into how the structural design of functional materials correlates with their catalytic performance in different systems, including photo-, electro-, and biocatalytic processes. This understanding is vital for optimizing catalysts for specific applications.
- Applications in Sustainable Catalysis: A key goal is to develop applications for functional catalysts in sustainable environmental catalysis, such as the removal and adsorption of pollutants, and in clean energy catalysis, including the enhancement of fuel cell technologies. These applications are critical for mitigating environmental impacts and advancing renewable energy solutions.
- Broader Reach of Nanomaterials: This Special Issue is not limited to catalysts alone. We also welcome submissions on other relevant nanomaterials and their applications, particularly those that contribute to environmental sustainability and energy efficiency.
We invite researchers, scientists, and engineers to contribute their groundbreaking work to this Special Issue. Together, we can drive forward the development of nanoparticle catalysts that have the potential to transform how we approach environmental challenges and energy generation.
Please join us in this collaborative effort to explore the multifunctional applications of nanoparticle catalysts and contribute to a more sustainable future.
Sincerely,
Dr. Libin Zeng
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- multifunctional nanoparticle catalysts
- structure–performance correlation
- environmental sustainability
- catalyst properties
- environmental catalysis
- energy conversion
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