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We are delighted to share some highly viewed papers on battery management systems and state estimation that were published in Batteries (ISSN: 2313-0105) in 2024 and 2025. In addition, some Special Issues on this topic are open for submissions. The following is a list of articles and Special Issues that we believe will interest you.

The list of relevant papers can be seen below:

1. “Recent Advances in Thermal Management Strategies for Lithium-Ion Batteries: A Comprehensive Review”
by Yadyra Ortiz, Paul Arévalo, Diego Peña and Francisco Jurado
Batteries 2024, 10(3), 83; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10030083
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/3/83

2. “Review on Modeling and SOC/SOH Estimation of Batteries for Automotive Applications”
by Pierpaolo Dini, Antonio Colicelli and Sergio Saponara
Batteries 2024, 10(1), 34; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10010034
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/1/34

3. “Fast Impedance Spectrum Construction for Lithium-Ion Batteries Using a Multi-Density Clustering Algorithm”
by Ling Zhu, Jichang Peng, Jinhao Meng, Chenghao Sun, Lei Cai and Zhizhu Qu
Batteries 2024, 10(3), 112; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10030112
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/3/112

4. “Useful Quantities and Diagram Types for Diagnosis and Monitoring of Electrochemical Energy Converters Using Impedance Spectroscopy: State of the Art, Review and Outlook”
by Peter Kurzweil, Wolfgang Scheuerpflug, Christian Schell and Josef Schottenbauer
Batteries 2024, 10(6), 177; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10060177
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/6/177

5. “Rule-Based Operation Mode Control Strategy for the Energy Management of a Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle”
by Jokin Uralde, Oscar Barambones, Asier del Rio, Isidro Calvo and Eneko Artetxe
Batteries 2024, 10(6), 214; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10060214
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/6/214

6. “Evaluation of Advances in Battery Health Prediction for Electric Vehicles from Traditional Linear Filters to Latest Machine Learning Approaches”
by Adrienn Dineva
Batteries 2024, 10(10), 356; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10100356
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/10/356

7. “Optimizing Energy Management and Sizing of Photovoltaic Batteries for a Household in Granada, Spain: A Novel Approach Considering Time Resolution”
by Catalina Rus-Casas, Carlos Gilabert-Torres and Juan Ignacio Fernández-Carrasco
Batteries 2024, 10(10), 358; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10100358
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/10/358

8. “Thermal Runaway Warning of Lithium Battery Based on Electronic Nose and Machine Learning Algorithms”
by Zilong Pu, Miaomiao Yang, Mingzhi Jiao, Duan Zhao, Yu Huo and Zhi Wang
Batteries 2024, 10(11), 390; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10110390
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/11/390

9. “A Comprehensive Review of Multiple Physical and Data-Driven Model Fusion Methods for Accurate Lithium-Ion Battery Inner State Factor Estimation”
by Junjie Tao, Shunli Wang, Wen Cao, Carlos Fernandez and Frede Blaabjerg
Batteries 2024, 10(12), 442; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10120442
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/12/442

10. “Safety and Reliability Analysis of Reconfigurable Battery Energy Storage System”
by Helin Xu, Lin Cheng, Daniyaer Paizulamu and Haoyu Zheng
Batteries 2025, 11(1), 12; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11010012
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/1/12

11. “Investigation of the Suitability of the DTV Method for the Online SoH Estimation of NMC Lithium-Ion Cells in Battery Management Systems”
by Jan Neunzling, Philipp Hainke, Hanno Winter, David Henriques, Matthias Fleckenstein and Torsten Markus
Batteries 2025, 11(1), 25; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11010025
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/1/25

12. “A Novel Method for Estimating the State of Health of Lithium-Ion Batteries Based on Physics-Informed Neural Network”
by Yuxuan Deng, Changqing Du and Zhong Ren
Batteries 2025, 11(2), 49; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11020049
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/2/49

13. “Exploiting Artificial Neural Networks for the State of Charge Estimation in EV/HV Battery Systems: A Review”
by Pierpaolo Dini and Davide Paolini
Batteries 2025, 11(3), 107; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11030107
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/3/107

14. “Domain Generalization Using Maximum Mean Discrepancy Loss for Remaining Useful Life Prediction of Lithium-Ion Batteries”
by Wenbin Li, Yue Yang and Stefan Pischinger
Batteries 2025, 11(5), 194; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11050194
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/5/194

15. “Artificial Neural Networks for Residual Capacity Estimation of Cycle-Aged Cylindric LFP Batteries”
by Pasquale Franzese, Diego Iannuzzi, Roberta Merolla, Mattia Ribera and Ivan Spina
Batteries 2025, 11(7), 260; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11070260
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/7/260

16. “An Adaptable Capacity Estimation Method for Lithium-Ion Batteries Based on a Constructed Open Circuit Voltage Curve”
by Linjing Zhang, Xiaoqian Su, Caiping Zhang, Yubin Wang, Yao Wang, Tao Zhu and Xinyuan Fan
Batteries 2025, 11(7), 265; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11070265
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/7/265

17. “Enabling Smart Grid Resilience with Deep Learning-Based Battery Health Prediction in EV Fleets”
by Muhammed Cavus and Margaret Bell
Batteries 2025, 11(8), 283; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11080283
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/8/283

18. “Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy Accuracy and Repeatability Analysis of 10 kWh Automotive Battery Module”
by Manuel Kasper, Arnd Leike, Nawfal Al-Zubaidi R-Smith, Aikaterini Papachristou and Ferry Kienberger
Batteries 2025, 11(11), 389; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11110389
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/11/389

Special Issues:

“Leveraging Machine Learning for Next-Generation Battery Design” Guest Editors: Dr. Benben Jiang, Dr. Mustafa Ergen, Dr. Jiayu Wan and Dr. Qiugang Lu Submission deadline: 30 April 2026	“Artificial Intelligence and Batteries: AI-Powered Innovations in Battery Technology: 2nd Edition” Guest Editors: Dr. Mona Faraji Niri, Dr. Truong Quang Dinh, Dr. Mohamed Ali Abdelgaliel Mohamed and Dr. Thomas R.B. Grandjean Submission deadline: 10 July 2026

You are invited to view and submit relevant papers to the journal Batteries at the following link:
https://www.mdpi.com/journal/batteries.

Batteries Editorial Office

We are delighted to share some highly viewed papers on advanced anode materials: silicon, carbon and lithium metal that were published in Batteries (ISSN: 2313-0105) in 2024–2025. In addition, some Special Issues on this topic are open for submissions. The following is a list of articles and Special Issues that we believe will interest you.

The list of relevant papers can be seen below:

1. “Spherical Graphite Anodes: Influence of Particle Size Distribution and Multilayer Structuring in Lithium-Ion Battery Cells”
by Laura Gottschalk, Jannes Müller, Alexander Schoo, Ernesto Baasch and Arno Kwade
Batteries 2024, 10(2), 40; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10020040
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/2/40

2. “Bubble Wrap-like Carbon-Coated Rattle-Type silica@silicon Nanoparticles as Hybrid Anode Materials for Lithium-Ion Batteries via Surface-Protected Etching”
by Angelica Martino, Jiyun Jeon, Hyun-Ho Park, Hochun Lee and Chang-Seop Lee
Batteries 2024, 10(2), 53; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10020053
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/2/53

3. “Surface-Coating Strategies of Si-Negative Electrode Materials in Lithium-Ion Batteries”
by Wonyoung Song and Oh B. Chae
Batteries 2024, 10(9), 327; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10090327
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/9/327

4. “Synthesis Methods of Si/C Composite Materials for Lithium-Ion Batteries”
by Inkyu Park, Hanbyeol Lee and Oh B. Chae
Batteries 2024, 10(11), 381; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10110381
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/11/381

5. “Stabilizing the Solid Electrolyte Interphase of SiOx Negative Electrodes: The Role of Fluoroethylene Carbonate in Enhancing Electrochemical Performance”
by Paul Maldonado Nogales, Sangyup Lee, Seunga Yang, Inchan Yang, Soen Hui Choi, Sei-Min Park, Jae Ho Lee, Chan Jung Kim, Jung-Chul An and Soon-Ki Jeong
Batteries 2024, 10(11), 385; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10110385
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/11/385

6. “Gravure-Printed Anodes Based on Hard Carbon for Sodium-Ion Batteries”
by Maria Montanino, Claudia Paoletti, Anna De Girolamo Del Mauro and Giuliano Sico
Batteries 2024, 10(11), 407; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10110407
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/11/407

7. “Review on Advancements in Carbon Nanotubes: Synthesis, Purification, and Multifaceted Applications”
by Anil Kumar Madikere Raghunatha Reddy, Ali Darwiche, Mogalahalli Venkatashamy Reddy and Karim Zaghib
Batteries 2025, 11(2), 71; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11020071
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/2/71

8. “Engineering Hierarchical Porous Electrodes Integrated with Conformal Ultrathin Nanosheets for Achieving Rapid Kinetics in High-Power Microbatteries”
by Xin Chen, Minjian Gong, Jiantao Li, Wei Yang and Xu Xu
Batteries 2025, 11(2), 81; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11020081
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/2/81

9. “Assessment of Laser-Ablated Silicon Wafers as Lithium-Ion Battery Anodes”
by Byeongcheol Min, Anustup Chakraborty, Chen Cai, Mool C. Gupta and Gary M. Koenig, Jr.
Batteries 2025, 11(4), 121; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11040121
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/4/121

10. “Carbonaceous Materials as Anodes for Lithium-Ion and Sodium-Ion Batteries”
by Koorosh Nikgoftar, Anil Kumar Madikere Raghunatha Reddy, Mogalahalli Venkatashamy Reddy and Karim Zaghib
Batteries 2025, 11(4), 123; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11040123
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/4/123

11. “Lithium Growth on Alloying Substrates and Effect on Volumetric Expansion”
by Laura C. Merrill, Robert L. Craig, Damion P. Cummings and Julia I. Deitz
Batteries 2025, 11(7), 249; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11070249
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/7/249

12. “Influence of Pulse Duration on Cutting-Edge Quality and Electrochemical Performance of Lithium Metal Anodes”
by Lars O. Schmidt, Houssin Wehbe, Sven Hartwig and Maja W. Kandula
Batteries 2025, 11(8), 286; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11080286
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/8/286

13. “Effect of Short-Chain Polymer Binders on the Mechanical and Electrochemical Performance of Silicon Anodes”
by Fei Sun, L. Zurita-Garcia and Dean R. Wheeler
Batteries 2025, 11(9), 329; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11090329  
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/9/329

Special Issues:

You are invited to view and submit relevant papers to the journal Batteries at the following link:

https://www.mdpi.com/journal/batteries.

Batteries Editorial Office

We are delighted to share some highly viewed papers on emerging battery chemistries and systems that were published in Batteries (ISSN: 2313-0105) in 2024–2025. In addition, some Special Issues on this topic are open for submission. The following is a list of articles and Special Issues that we believe will interest you.

The list of relevant papers can be seen below:

1. “Lithium-Ion Supercapacitors and Batteries for Off-Grid PV Applications: Lifetime and Sizing”
by Tarek Ibrahim, Tamas Kerekes, Dezso Sera, Abderezak Lashab and Daniel-Ioan Stroe
Batteries 2024, 10(2), 42; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10020042
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/2/42

2. “Advancements in Lithium-Oxygen Batteries: A Comprehensive Review of Cathode and Anode Materials”
by Jing Guo, Xue Meng, Qing Wang, Yahui Zhang, Shengxue Yan and Shaohua Luo
Batteries 2024, 10(8), 260; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10080260
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/8/260

3. “Anion Intercalation/De-Intercalation Mechanism Enabling High Energy and Power Densities of Lithium-Ion Capacitors”
by Yang Zhang, Junquan Lao and Ping Xiao
Batteries 2024, 10(9), 296; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10090296
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/9/296

4. “On the Performance of Portable NiMH Batteries of General Use”
by Diego F. Quintero Pulido, Catalin Felix Covrig and Matthias Bruchhausen
Batteries 2025, 11(1), 30; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11010030
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/1/30

5. “Temperature-Dependent FTIRS Study of Manganese Oxide Spinel Obtained by Solution Combustion Synthesis (SCS) for Supercapacitor Applications”
by Taylan Karakoç, Sécou Sall and Sergey N. Pronkin
Batteries 2025, 11(2), 39; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11020039
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/2/39

6. “Sodium-Ion Batteries: Applications and Properties”
by Petr Bača, Jiří Libich, Sára Gazdošová and Jaroslav Polkorab
Batteries 2025, 11(2), 61; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11020061
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/2/61

7. “Heteroatom Doping Strategy of Advanced Carbon for Alkali Metal-Ion Capacitors”
by Ti Yin, Yaqin Guo, Xing Huang, Xinya Yang, Leixin Qin, Tianxiang Ning, Lei Tan, Lingjun Li and Kangyu Zou
Batteries 2025, 11(2), 69; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11020069
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/2/69

8. “Solid-State Lithium Batteries: Advances, Challenges, and Future Perspectives”
by Subin Antony Jose, Amethyst Gallant, Pedro Lechuga Gomez, Zacary Jaggers, Evan Johansson, Zachary Lapierre and Pradeep L. Menezes
Batteries 2025, 11(3), 90; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11030090
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/3/90

9. “Synthesis and Electrochemical Characterization of Dissymmetric Tetrathiafulvalene Derivatives for Aqueous Rechargeable Batteries”
by João F. G. Rodrigues, Isabel C. Santos, Sandra Rabaca and Diogo M. F. Santos
Batteries 2025, 11(3), 92; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11030092
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/3/92

10. “Design and Validation of Anode-Free Sodium-Ion Pouch Cells Employing Prussian White Cathodes”
by Ashley Willow, Marcin Orzech, Sajad Kiani, Nathan Reynolds, Matthew Houchell, Olutimilehin Omisore, Zari Tehrani and Serena Margadonna
Batteries 2025, 11(3), 97; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11030097
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/3/97

11. “Water-in-Salt Electrolytes: Advances and Chemistry for Sustainable Aqueous Monovalent-Metal-Ion Batteries”
by Rashmi Nidhi Mishra, Anil Kumar Madikere Raghunatha Reddy, Marc-Antoni Goulet and Karim Zaghib
Batteries 2025, 11(4), 120; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11040120
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/4/120

12. “Recent Advances in the Application of MOFs in Supercapacitors”
by Christos Argirusis, Maria-Eleni Katsanou, Niyaz Alizadeh, Nikolaos Argirusis and Georgia Sourkouni
Batteries 2025, 11(5), 181; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11050181
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/5/181

13. “Investigations of Dongyue Series Perfluorosulfonic Acid Membranes for Applications in Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells (PEMFCs)”
by Ge Meng, Xiang Li, Mengjie Liu, Sergey A. Grigoriev, Ivan Tolj, Jiaqi Shen, Chaonan Yue and Chuanyu Sun
Batteries 2025, 11(7), 277; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11070277
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/7/277

14. “Interface Stabilization of Aqueous Aluminum Batteries via Non-Flammable Co-Solvent”
by Keun-il Kim
Batteries 2025, 11(9), 324; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11090324
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/9/324

15. “MXenes in Solid-State Batteries: Multifunctional Roles from Electrodes to Electrolytes and Interfacial Engineering”
by Francisco Márquez
Batteries 2025, 11(10), 364; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11100364
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/10/364

Special Issues:

“Toward Next-Generation Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Batteries: Current Status and Future Prospects—2nd Edition” Guest Editor: Dr. Zhenzhen Wei Submission deadline: 16 July 2026	“Beyond Vanadium: New and Emerging Redox Flow Battery Chemistries” Guest Editor: Dr. Deborah Crittenden Submission deadline: 30 June 2026

You are invited to view and submit relevant papers to the journal Batteries at the following link:
https://www.mdpi.com/journal/batteries.

Batteries Editorial Office

We invite you to explore some of the most viewed papers published in Batteries (ISSN: 2313-0105) in 2025. We would like to acknowledge the hardworking individuals and teams whose work inspires fellow researchers and influences the field of battery research.

Our readers can enjoy free and unlimited access to the full texts of all the open access articles published in our journal. We hope that you will find something of interest among these exceptional publications.

1. “Cell Architecture Design for Fast-Charging Lithium-Ion Batteries in Electric Vehicles”
by Firoozeh Yeganehdoust, Anil Kumar Madikere Raghunatha Reddy and Karim Zaghib
Batteries 2025, 11(1), 20; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11010020
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/1/20

2. “Research on the Thermal Runaway Behavior and Flammability Limits of Sodium-Ion and Lithium-Ion Batteries”
by Changbao Qi, Hewu Wang, Minghai Li, Cheng Li, Yalun Li , Chao Shi, Ningning Wei, Yan Wang and Huipeng Zhang
Batteries 2025, 11(1), 24; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11010024
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/1/24

3. “On the Performance of Portable NiMH Batteries of General Use”
by Diego F. Quintero Pulido, Catalin Felix Covrig and Matthias Bruchhausen
Batteries 2025, 11(1), 30; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11010030
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/1/30

4. “Recycling of Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO₄) Batteries from the End Product Quality Perspective”
by Deise F. Barbosa de Mattos, Simon Duda and Martina Petranikova
Batteries 2025, 11(1), 33; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11010033
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/1/33

5. “Ternary PEO/PVDF-HFP-Based Polymer Electrolytes for Li-Ion Batteries”
by Hoang Bao Tran Nguyen, Ling Ding, Björn Pohle, Toni Schmeida, Hoang Bao An Nguyen and Daria Mikhailova
Batteries 2025, 11(2), 45; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11020045
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/2/45

6. “A Novel Method for Estimating the State of Health of Lithium-Ion Batteries Based on Physics-Informed Neural Network”
by Yuxuan Deng, Changqing Du and Zhong Ren
Batteries 2025, 11(2), 49; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11020049
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/2/49

7. “Sodium-Ion Batteries: Applications and Properties”
by Petr Bača, Jiří Libich, Sára Gazdošová and Jaroslav Polkorab
Batteries 2025, 11(2), 61; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11020061
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/2/61

8. “Review on Advancements in Carbon Nanotubes: Synthesis, Purification, and Multifaceted Applications”
by Anil Kumar Madikere Raghunatha Reddy, Ali Darwiche, Mogalahalli Venkatashamy Reddy and Karim Zaghib
Batteries 2025, 11(2), 71; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11020071
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/2/71

9. “Solid-State Lithium Batteries: Advances, Challenges, and Future Perspectives”
by Subin Antony Jose, Amethyst Gallant, Pedro Lechuga Gomez, Zacary Jaggers, Evan Johansson, Zachary Lapierre and Pradeep L. Menezes
Batteries 2025, 11(3), 90; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11030090
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/3/90

10. “Design and Validation of Anode-Free Sodium-Ion Pouch Cells Employing Prussian White Cathodes”
by Ashley Willow, Marcin Orzech, Sajad Kiani, Nathan Reynolds, Matthew Houchell, Olutimilehin Omisore, Zari Tehrani and Serena Margadonna
Batteries 2025, 11(3), 97; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11030097
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/3/97

11. “Carbonaceous Materials as Anodes for Lithium-Ion and Sodium-Ion Batteries”
by Koorosh Nikgoftar, Anil Kumar Madikere Raghunatha Reddy, Mogalahalli Venkatashamy Reddy and Karim Zaghib
Batteries 2025, 11(4), 123; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11040123
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/4/123

12. “Gas Generation in Lithium-Ion Batteries: Mechanisms, Failure Pathways, and Thermal Safety Implications”
by Tianyu Gong, Xuzhi Duan, Yan Shan and Lang Huang
Batteries 2025, 11(4), 152; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11040152
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/4/152

13. “Electrochemical-Thermal Modeling of Lithium-Ion Batteries: An Analysis of Thermal Runaway with Observation on Aging Effects”
by Milad Tulabi and Roberto Bubbico
Batteries 2025, 11(5), 178; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11050178
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/5/178

14. “A Review of Battery Energy Storage Optimization in the Built Environment”
by Simone Coccato, Khadija Barhmi, Ioannis Lampropoulos, Sara Golroodbari and Wilfried van Sark
Batteries 2025, 11(5), 179; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11050179
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/5/179

15. “Characterization of Industrial Black Mass from End-of-Life LiFePO₄-Graphite Batteries”
by Nanna Bjerre-Christensen, Caroline Birksø Eriksen, Kristian Oluf Sylvester-Hvid and Dorthe Bomholdt Ravnsbæk
Batteries 2025, 11(6), 210; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11060210
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/6/210

16. “Advances in the Battery Thermal Management Systems of Electric Vehicles for Thermal Runaway Prevention and Suppression”
by Le Duc Tai and Moo-Yeon Lee
Batteries 2025, 11(6), 216; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11060216
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/6/216

17. “Detailed Characterization of Thermal Runaway Particle Emissions from a Prismatic NMC622 Lithium-Ion Battery”
by Felix Elsner, Peter Gerhards, Gaël Berrier, Rémi Vincent, Sébastien Dubourg and Stefan Pischinger
Batteries 2025, 11(6), 225; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11060225
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/6/225

18. “A Review of EV Adoption, Charging Standards, and Charging Infrastructure Growth in Europe and Italy”
by Mahwish Memon and Claudio Rossi
Batteries 2025, 11(6), 229; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11060229
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/6/229

19. “Experimental Testing and Modeling of Li-Ion Battery Performance Based on IEC 62660-1 Standard”
by Zoi Voltsi and Costas Elmasides
Batteries 2025, 11(8), 314; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11080314
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/8/314

20. “Sustainable Recovery of Critical Metals from Spent Lithium-Ion Batteries Using Deep Eutectic Solvents”
by Jafar Goudarzi, Zhi Chen, Gaixia Zhang, Jinguang Hu, Karim Zaghib, Sixu Deng, Afzal Ahmed Dar, Xiaolei Wang, Fariborz Haghighat, Catherine N. Mulligan et al.
Batteries 2025, 11(9), 340; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11090340
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/9/340

You are invited to view and submit papers to the journal Batteries at the following link: https://www.mdpi.com/journal/batteries.

Batteries Editorial Office

We invite you to explore some of the most viewed papers published in Batteries (ISSN: 2313-0105) in 2024. We would like to acknowledge the hardworking individuals and teams whose work inspires fellow researchers and influences the field of battery research.

Our readers can enjoy free and unlimited access to the full texts of all the open access articles published in our journal. We hope that you will find something of interest among these exceptional publications.

1. “An Overview of the Sustainable Recycling Processes Used for Lithium-Ion Batteries”
by Daniele Marchese, Chiara Giosuè, Antunes Staffolani, Massimo Conti, Simone Orcioni, Francesca Soavi, Matteo Cavalletti and Pierluigi Stipa
Batteries 2024, 10(1), 27; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10010027
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/1/27

2. “Advancements and Challenges in Solid-State Battery Technology: An In-Depth Review of Solid Electrolytes and Anode Innovations”
by Abniel Machín, Carmen Morant and Francisco Márquez
Batteries 2024, 10(1), 29; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10010029
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/1/29

3. “Review on Modeling and SOC/SOH Estimation of Batteries for Automotive Applications”
by Pierpaolo Dini, Antonio Colicelli and Sergio Saponara
Batteries 2024, 10(1), 34; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10010034
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/1/34

4. “Techno-Economic Analysis of the Business Potential of Second-Life Batteries in Ostrobothnia, Finland”     
by Sami Lieskoski, Jessica Tuuf and Margareta Björklund-Sänkiaho
Batteries 2024, 10(1), 36; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10010036
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/1/36

5. “Pretreatment of Lithium-Ion Batteries for Safe Recycling with High-Temperature Discharging Approach”
by Arpita Mondal, Yuhong Fu, Wei Gao and Chunting Chris Mi
Batteries 2024, 10(1), 37; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10010037
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/1/37

6. “A Review of Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling: Technologies, Sustainability, and Open Issues”
by Alessandra Zanoletti, Eleonora Carena, Chiara Ferrara and Elza Bontempi
Batteries 2024, 10(1), 38; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10010038
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/1/38

7. “Engineering Dry Electrode Manufacturing for Sustainable Lithium-Ion Batteries” 
by Mohamed Djihad Bouguern, Anil Kumar Madikere Raghunatha Reddy,Xia Li, Sixu Deng, Harriet Laryea and Karim Zaghib
Batteries 2024, 10(1), 39; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10010039
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/1/39

8. “Spherical Graphite Anodes: Influence of Particle Size Distribution and Multilayer Structuring in Lithium-Ion Battery Cells”   
by Laura Gottschalk, Jannes Müller, Alexander Schoo, Ernesto Baasch and Arno Kwade
Batteries 2024, 10(2), 40; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10020040
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/2/40

9. “Reducing Energy Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emissions of Industrial Drying Processes in Lithium-Ion Battery Cell Production: A Qualitative Technology Benchmark”
by Marius Schütte, Florian Degen and Hendrik Walter
Batteries 2024, 10(2), 64; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10020064
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/2/64

10. “Influence of Pressure, Temperature and Discharge Rate on the Electrical Performances of a Commercial Pouch Li-Ion Battery”
by Luigi Aiello, Peter Ruchti, Simon Vitzthum and Federico Coren
Batteries 2024, 10(3), 72; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10030072
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/3/72

11. “Recent Advances in Thermal Management Strategies for Lithium-Ion Batteries: A Comprehensive Review”
by Yadyra Ortiz, Paul Arévalo, Diego Peña and Francisco Jurado
Batteries 2024, 10(3), 83; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10030083
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/3/83

12. “Li-Ion Battery Thermal Characterization for Thermal Management Design”
by Aron Saxon, Chuanbo Yang, Shriram Santhanagopalan, Matthew Keyser and Andrew Colclasure
Batteries 2024, 10(4), 136; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10040136
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/4/136

13. “Experimental Investigation on Thermal Runaway of Lithium-Ion Batteries under Low Pressure and Low Temperature”
by Di Meng, Jingwen Weng and Jian Wang
Batteries 2024, 10(7), 243; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10070243
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/7/243

14. “Environmental Aspects and Recycling of Solid-State Batteries: A Comprehensive Review”
by Abniel Machín, María C. Cotto, Francisco Díaz, José Duconge, Carmen Morant and Francisco Márquez
Batteries 2024, 10(7), 255; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10070255
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/7/255

15. “Binders for Li-Ion Battery Technologies and Beyond: A Comprehensive Review”
by Muskan Srivastava, M. R. Anil Kumar and Karim Zaghib
Batteries 2024, 10(8), 268; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10080268
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/8/268

16. “Review of Energy Storage Capacitor Technology”
by Wenting Liu, Xianzhong Sun, Xinyu Yan, Yinghui Gao, Xiong Zhang, Kai Wang and Yanwei Ma
Batteries 2024, 10(8), 271; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10080271
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/8/271

17. “Characterization of Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Emissions-Part 1: Chemical Composition of Fine Particles (PM2.5)”
by Matthew Claassen, Bjoern Bingham, Judith C. Chow, John G. Watson, Yan Wang and Xiaoliang Wang
Batteries 2024, 10(9), 301; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10090301
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/9/301

18. “Improving Lithium-Ion Battery Performance: Nano Al₂O₃ Coatings on High-Mass Loading LiFePO₄ Cathodes via Atomic Layer Deposition”
by Pejman Salimi, Gloria Gottardi, William G. Morais, Ruben Bartali, Nadhira Laidani and Edoardo Gino Macchi
Batteries 2024, 10(9), 304; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10090304
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/9/304

19. “Second-Life Assessment of Commercial LiFePO₄ Batteries Retired from EVs”
by Zhi Cao, Wei Gao, Yuhong Fu, Christopher Turchiano, Naser Vosoughi Kurdkandi, Jing Gu and Chris Mi
Batteries 2024, 10(9), 306; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10090306
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/9/306

20. “Recent Advances in Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery Technology: A Comprehensive Review”
by Tao Chen, Man Li and Joonho Bae
Batteries 2024, 10(12), 424; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10120424
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/12/424

You are invited to view and submit papers to the journal Batteries at the following link: https://www.mdpi.com/journal/batteries.

Batteries Editorial Office

We are pleased to present some highly cited papers published in Batteries (ISSN: 2313-0105) in 2025. We would like to acknowledge the hardworking individuals and teams whose work inspires fellow researchers and influences the field of battery research.

Our readers can enjoy free and unlimited access to the full texts of all the open access articles published in our journal. We invite you to read our highly cited papers published in 2025, which are listed below.

1. “A Millimeter-Resolution Operando Thermal Image of Prismatic Li-Ion Batteries Using a Distributed Optical Fiber Sensor”
by Zhen Guo, Mina Abedi Varnosfaderani, Calum Briggs, Erdogan Guk and James Marco
Batteries 2025, 11(1), 19; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11010019
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/1/19

2. “Research on the Thermal Runaway Behavior and Flammability Limits of Sodium-Ion and Lithium-Ion Batteries”
by Changbao Qi, Hewu Wang, Minghai Li, Cheng Li, Yalun Li, Chao Shi, Ningning Wei, Yan Wang and Huipeng Zhang
Batteries 2025, 11(1), 24; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11010024
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/1/24

3. “Investigation of the Suitability of the DTV Method for the Online SoH Estimation of NMC Lithium-Ion Cells in Battery Management Systems”
by Jan Neunzling, Philipp Hainke, Hanno Winter, David Henriques, Matthias Fleckenstein and Torsten Markus
Batteries 2025, 11(1), 25; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11010025
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/1/25

4. “On the Performance of Portable NiMH Batteries of General Use”
by Diego F. Quintero Pulido, Catalin Felix Covrig and Matthias Bruchhausen
Batteries 2025, 11(1), 30; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11010030
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/1/30

5. “Recycling of Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO₄) Batteries from the End Product Quality Perspective”
by Deise F. Barbosa de Mattos, Simon Duda and Martina Petranikova
Batteries 2025, 11(1), 33; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11010033
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/1/33

6. “Ternary PEO/PVDF-HFP-Based Polymer Electrolytes for Li-Ion Batteries”
by Hoang Bao Tran Nguyen, Ling Ding, Björn Pohle, Toni Schmeida, Hoang Bao An Nguyen and Daria Mikhailova
Batteries 2025, 11(2), 45; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11020045
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/2/45

7. “A Novel Method for Estimating the State of Health of Lithium-Ion Batteries Based on Physics-Informed Neural Network”
by Yuxuan Deng, Changqing Du and Zhong Ren
Batteries 2025, 11(2), 49; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11020049
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/2/49

8. “Sustainable Extraction of Critical Minerals from Waste Batteries: A Green Solvent Approach in Resource Recovery”
by Afzal Ahmed Dar, Zhi Chen, Gaixia Zhang, Jinguang Hu, Karim Zaghib, Sixu Deng, Xiaolei Wang, Fariborz Haghighat, Catherine N. Mulligan, Chunjiang An et al.
Batteries 2025, 11(2), 51; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11020051
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/2/51

9. “Sodium-Ion Batteries: Applications and Properties”
by Petr Bača, Jiří Libich, Sára Gazdošová and Jaroslav Polkorab
Batteries 2025, 11(2), 61; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11020061
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/2/61

10. “Heteroatom Doping Strategy of Advanced Carbon for Alkali Metal-Ion Capacitors”
by Ti Yin, Yaqin Guo, Xing Huang, Xinya Yang, Leixin Qin, Tianxiang Ning, Lei Tan, Lingjun Li and Kangyu Zou
Batteries 2025, 11(2), 69; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11020069
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/2/69

11. “Review on Advancements in Carbon Nanotubes: Synthesis, Purification, and Multifaceted Applications”
by Anil Kumar Madikere Raghunatha Reddy, Ali Darwiche, Mogalahalli Venkatashamy Reddy and Karim Zaghib
Batteries 2025, 11(2), 71; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11020071
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/2/71

12. “Solid-State Lithium Batteries: Advances, Challenges, and Future Perspectives”
by Subin Antony Jose, Amethyst Gallant, Pedro Lechuga Gomez, Zacary Jaggers, Evan Johansson, Zachary Lapierre and Pradeep L. Menezes
Batteries 2025, 11(3), 90; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11030090
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/3/90

13. “Exploring the Solubility of Ethylene Carbonate in Supercritical Carbon Dioxide: A Pathway for Sustainable Electrolyte Recycling from Li-Ion Batteries”
by Nils Zachmann, Claude Cicconardi and Burçak Ebin
Batteries 2025, 11(3), 98; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11030098
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/3/98

14. “Plasticized Ionic Liquid Crystal Elastomer Emulsion-Based Polymer Electrolyte for Lithium-Ion Batteries”
by Zakaria Siddiquee, Hyunsang Lee, Weinan Xu, Thein Kyu and Antal Jákli
Batteries 2025, 11(3), 106; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11030106
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/3/106

15. “Exploiting Artificial Neural Networks for the State of Charge Estimation in EV/HV Battery Systems: A Review”
by Pierpaolo Dini and Davide Paolini
Batteries 2025, 11(3), 107; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11030107
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/3/107

16. “Carbonaceous Materials as Anodes for Lithium-Ion and Sodium-Ion Batteries”
by Koorosh Nikgoftar, Anil Kumar Madikere Raghunatha Reddy, Mogalahalli Venkatashamy Reddy and Karim Zaghib
Batteries 2025, 11(4), 123; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11040123
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/4/123

17. “Gas Generation in Lithium-Ion Batteries: Mechanisms, Failure Pathways, and Thermal Safety Implications”
by Tianyu Gong, Xuzhi Duan, Yan Shan and Lang Huang
Batteries 2025, 11(4), 152; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11040152
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/4/152

18. “Electrochemical-Thermal Modeling of Lithium-Ion Batteries: An Analysis of Thermal Runaway with Observation on Aging Effects”
by Milad Tulabi and Roberto Bubbico
Batteries 2025, 11(5), 178; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11050178
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/5/178

19. “Comprehensive Study of the Gas Volume and Composition Generated by 5 Ah Nickel Manganese Cobalt Oxide (NMC) Li-Ion Pouch Cells Through Different Failure Mechanisms at Varying States of Charge”
by Gemma E. Howard, Katie C. Abbott, Jonathan E. H. Buston, Jason Gill, Steven L. Goddard and Daniel Howard
Batteries 2025, 11(5), 197; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11050197
https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/5/197

20. “Advances in the Battery Thermal Management Systems of Electric Vehicles for Thermal Runaway Prevention and Suppression”
by Le Duc Tai and Moo-Yeon Lee
Batteries 2025, 11(6), 216; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11060216
https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/6/216

You are invited to view and submit papers to the journal Batteries at the following link: https://www.mdpi.com/journal/batteries.

The Batteries Editorial Office

We are pleased to present some highly cited papers published in Batteries (ISSN: 2313-0105) in 2024. We would like to acknowledge the hardworking individuals and teams whose work inspires fellow researchers and influences the field of battery research.

Our readers can enjoy free and unlimited access to the full texts of all the open access articles published in our journal. We invite you to read our highly cited papers published in 2024, which are listed below.

1. “Advancements and Challenges in Solid-State Battery Technology: An In-Depth Review of Solid Electrolytes and Anode Innovations”
by Abniel Machín, Carmen Morant and Francisco Márquez
Batteries 2024, 10(1), 29; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10010029
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/1/29

2. “Review on Modeling and SOC/SOH Estimation of Batteries for Automotive Applications”
by Pierpaolo Dini, Antonio Colicelli and Sergio Saponara
Batteries 2024, 10(1), 34; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10010034
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/1/34

3. “Techno-Economic Analysis of the Business Potential of Second-Life Batteries in Ostrobothnia, Finland”
by Sami Lieskoski, Jessica Tuuf and Margareta Björklund-Sänkiaho
Batteries 2024, 10(1), 36; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10010036
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/1/36

4. “Pretreatment of Lithium Ion Batteries for Safe Recycling with High-Temperature Discharging Approach”
by Arpita Mondal, Yuhong Fu, Wei Gao and Chunting Chris Mi
Batteries 2024, 10(1), 37; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10010037
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/1/37

5. “A Review of Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling: Technologies, Sustainability, and Open Issues”
by Alessandra Zanoletti, Eleonora Carena, Chiara Ferrara and Elza Bontempi
Batteries 2024, 10(1), 38; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10010038
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/1/38

6. “Engineering Dry Electrode Manufacturing for Sustainable Lithium-Ion Batteries”
by Mohamed Djihad Bouguern, Anil Kumar Madikere Raghunatha Reddy,Xia Li, Sixu Deng, Harriet Laryea and Karim Zaghib
Batteries 2024, 10(1), 39; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10010039
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/1/39

7. “Spherical Graphite Anodes: Influence of Particle Size Distribution and Multilayer Structuring in Lithium-Ion Battery Cells”
by Laura Gottschalk, Jannes Müller, Alexander Schoo, Ernesto Baasch and Arno Kwade
Batteries 2024, 10(2), 40; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10020040
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/2/40

8. “Reducing Energy Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emissions of Industrial Drying Processes in Lithium-Ion Battery Cell Production: A Qualitative Technology Benchmark”
by Marius Schütte, Florian Degen and Hendrik Walter
Batteries 2024, 10(2), 64; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10020064
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/2/64

9. “Influence of Pressure, Temperature and Discharge Rate on the Electrical Performances of a Commercial Pouch Li-Ion Battery”
by Luigi Aiello, Peter Ruchti, Simon Vitzthum and Federico Coren
Batteries 2024, 10(3), 72; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10030072
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/3/72

10. “Recent Advances in Thermal Management Strategies for Lithium-Ion Batteries: A Comprehensive Review”
by Yadyra Ortiz, Paul Arévalo, Diego Peña and Francisco Jurado
Batteries 2024, 10(3), 83; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10030083
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/3/83

11. “Sodium Citrate Electrolyte Additive to Improve Zinc Anode Behavior in Aqueous Zinc-Ion Batteries”
by Xin Liu, Liang Yue, Weixu Dong, Yifan Qu, Xianzhong Sun and Lifeng Chen
Batteries 2024, 10(3), 97; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10030097
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/3/97

12. “Li-Ion Battery Thermal Characterization for Thermal Management Design”
by Aron Saxon, Chuanbo Yang, Shriram Santhanagopalan, Matthew Keyser and Andrew Colclasure
Batteries 2024, 10(4), 136; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10040136
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/4/136

13. “Rule-Based Operation Mode Control Strategy for the Energy Management of a Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle”
by Jokin Uralde, Oscar Barambones, Asier del Rio, Isidro Calvo and Eneko Artetxe
Batteries 2024, 10(6), 214; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10060214
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/6/214

14. “Experimental Investigation on Thermal Runaway of Lithium-Ion Batteries under Low Pressure and Low Temperature”
by Di Meng, Jingwen Weng and Jian Wang
Batteries 2024, 10(7), 243; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10070243
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/7/243

15. “Environmental Aspects and Recycling of Solid-State Batteries: A Comprehensive Review”
by Abniel Machín, María C. Cotto, Francisco Díaz, José Duconge, Carmen Morant and Francisco Márquez
Batteries 2024, 10(7), 255; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10070255
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/7/255

16. “Binders for Li-Ion Battery Technologies and Beyond: A Comprehensive Review”
by Muskan Srivastava, M. R. Anil Kumar and Karim Zaghib
Batteries 2024, 10(8), 268; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10080268
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/8/268

17. “Review of Energy Storage Capacitor Technology”
by Wenting Liu, Xianzhong Sun, Xinyu Yan, Yinghui Gao, Xiong Zhang, Kai Wang and Yanwei Ma
Batteries 2024, 10(8), 271; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10080271
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/8/271

18. “Comparative Issues of Metal-Ion Batteries toward Sustainable Energy Storage: Lithium vs. Sodium”
by Atiyeh Nekahi, Mehrdad Dorri, Mina Rezaei, Mohamed Djihad Bouguern, Anil Kumar Madikere Raghunatha Reddy, Xia Li, Sixu Deng and Karim Zaghib
Batteries 2024, 10(8), 279; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10080279
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/8/279

19. “Characterization of Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Emissions-Part 1: Chemical Composition of Fine Particles (PM2.5)”
by Matthew Claassen, Bjoern Bingham, Judith C. Chow, John G. Watson, Yan Wang and Xiaoliang Wang
Batteries 2024, 10(9), 301; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10090301
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/9/301

20. “Recent Advances in Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery Technology: A Comprehensive Review”
by Tao Chen, Man Li and Joonho Bae
Batteries 2024, 10(12), 424; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10120424
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/10/12/424

You are invited to view and submit papers to the journal Batteries at the following link: https://www.mdpi.com/journal/batteries.

Kind regards,
The Batteries Editorial Office

Name: Mr. Ziqing Wang Affiliation: Department of Chemistry, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas 78712, United States Research interests: aqueous zinc-ion batteries, lithium-ion batteries, electrochemistry

Self-introduction:
My name is Ziqing Wang, a PhD student at the University of Texas at Austin in the group of Prof. C. Buddie Mullins. I have developed multiple electrolyte systems for aqueous zinc-ion batteries to enable stable cycling at sub-zero temperatures and high voltages. My work also focuses on interfacial electrochemistry at the electrode surface to gain insights into reaction kinetics. I was awarded the University Graduate Continuing Fellowship (2024) and the ECS Joseph W. Richards Fellowship (2025). I have published 24 peer-reviewed articles (13 as first or co-first author) with an h-index of 16. I am also the co-founder and technical lead of StandUp Energy LLC. In my free time, I am an amateur bodybuilder.

The following is an interview with Mr. Ziqing Wang:

1. Could you briefly introduce yourself to our readers and tell us a little bit about your fields of interest?
I am currently a PhD student at The University of Texas at Austin. I received my bachelor’s degree from Central South University in China in 2020 and began my doctoral studies at UT Austin in 2021. My research focuses on electrochemical reactions at the electrode–electrolyte interface in zinc-ion batteries, with an emphasis on quantifying the intrinsic kinetic and thermodynamic parameters governing zinc metal plating and stripping. I further investigate how interfacial reaction activity varies across different electrode morphologies. In parallel with my academic research, I am a co-founder of a battery startup company developing 3D freestanding thick electrodes for flexible, high-energy-density lithium-ion batteries.

2. How does it feel to receive this recognition for your work? Where did you obtain the journal award participation information?
It is a great honor to receive this award, which recognizes my contributions to the battery research community. I learned about this award through the journal’s website.

3. Have you promoted it at a conference? In addition to promoting at the conference, how do you prefer to share the journal with your community?
I have already expressed my appreciation for this award and promoted the journal at a conference I attended in early 2026. I will continue to promote the journal and acknowledge this award at future conferences, including ECS, ACS, and MRS meetings.

4. How did winning this award impact your career, and what do you hope to do?
This award recognizes the work I have carried out over the past four years during my PhD studies and has given me great confidence as I prepare to face future challenges as a postdoctoral researcher. My long-term goal is to become a faculty researcher at a university, and this award will enable me to participate in additional conferences across the United States, helping me to further build my academic network.

5. What is the secret to a happy scientific life? Have you ever encountered any difficulties conducting research, and how did you overcome them?
For me, the driving force behind my research is curiosity. I approach each project with a genuine desire to understand how a system works and why it behaves the way it does. I deeply enjoy the process of decoding scientific puzzles and learning from the insights and feedback that emerge along the way. I am not motivated primarily by publications or immediate results; rather, I value what I discover and what I learn throughout the research process.
At the beginning of my PhD studies, I encountered significant challenges, most notably during the submission of my first manuscript. After a three-month revision and an extensive 80-page response to reviewers, the manuscript was ultimately rejected. I was deeply discouraged at the time. However, I soon came to understand that rejection is a common part of research and does not diminish the importance of the work itself. Through that project, I gained a deep understanding of cathode materials and ion intercalation mechanisms, which laid a strong foundation for my subsequent research. In retrospect, I am grateful to that reviewer for teaching me a crucial lesson early in my research career.

6. What is your opinion of the open access model of publishing?
I believe open access is an effective way to enable researchers to easily access scientific databases and accelerate the progress of science. However, it can also increase the financial burden on smaller research groups. As a result, some researchers may choose journals with lower publication fees, even if those journals have less visibility or reputation.

7. Which research topics do you think are of particular interest to the research community in the coming years?
I strongly believe that advancing our understanding of electrochemical reactions at the electrode–electrolyte interface will continue to be a major focus of the field, particularly through the development and application of in situ characterization techniques and advanced electrochemical methods.

8. Do you have any advice for aspiring young researchers looking to make a meaningful impact in their respective fields?
I am still an early-career researcher and do not consider myself in a position to offer advice to my peers. However, I would encourage them to begin testing their ideas experimentally rather than letting them remain only as thoughts. Ideas without experimental validation rarely become meaningful scientific contributions.

9. Could you share your vision for the future of your research and the contributions you aspire to make in the field of Batteries?
I aim to leverage advanced electrochemical microscopy techniques to elucidate interfacial reaction mechanisms that underlie the observed promising performance. These insights will be highly valuable for the rational design of next-generation battery systems.

10. As the winner of this award, is there something you want to express or someone to thank most?
I am deeply grateful to my PI, Dr. Mullins, for his unwavering support throughout my PhD studies. Without his guidance and encouragement, I would not have been able to achieve what I have accomplished. I also sincerely appreciate the support and constructive feedback from my lab mates and collaborators, whose insightful suggestions and ideas were instrumental in refining and strengthening my projects.

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We are delighted to present a list of Issue Cover Articles selected for display in volume 11 of Batteries (ISSN: 2313-0105). These papers cover a wide range of topics, including battery electrode material innovation, thermal management, safety analysis, optimization of energy storage systems, etc. We hope you will find something of interest among these exceptional publications.

	1. “A Polymer-Binder-Free Approach to Creating Functional LiFePO4 Cathodes by Organic Ionic Plastic Crystal-Derived Ion-Conductive Binders” by Daniela M. Josepetti, Maria Forsyth, Patrick C. Howlett and Hiroyuki Ueda Batteries 2025, 11(1), 3; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11010003 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/1/3 Cover Story: Overcoming the performance limitations of lithium-ion batteries requires innovative strategies, such as replacing non-conductive electrode components with conductive alternatives. This study pioneers the elimination of non-conductive polymer binders from LiFePO4 cathodes and explores binary mixtures of an organic ionic plastic crystal (OIPC) and lithium salt as both binders and pre-filled electrolytes in the electrode layer. By varying the electrode composition, this polymer-binder-free strategy enables the formulation of two types of LiFePO4 cathodes: thick electrodes with high areal capacity (expected ≤3.74 mAh/cm2) and thin ones with superior rate capability. This work demonstrates the OIPC’s innovative functionalities for battery applications and discusses the potential integration of the cathodes into solid-state batteries.
	2. “Lithium Tracer Diffusion in LixCoO2 and LixNi1/3Mn1/3Co1/3O2 (x = 1, 0.9, 0.65)-Sintered Bulk Cathode Materials for Lithium-Ion Batteries” by Erwin Hüger, Daniel Uxa and Harald Schmidt Batteries 2025, 11(2), 40; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11020040 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/2/40 Cover Story: Knowledge of Li diffusivities in electrode materials of Li-ion batteries is essential for the fundamental understanding of charging/discharging times, maximum capacities, stress formation and possible side reactions. The present work investigates the difference in diffusion between Li-deficient LixNi1/3Mn1/3Co1/3O2 and LixCoO2 cathode materials prepared by solid-state reaction and electrochemical delithiation. Electrochemical delithiation produces a vacancy-rich state suitable for fast Li diffusion. This is not the case for samples prepared by solid-state reaction. Consequently, the design and use of a cathode initially made from a Li-deficient material does not improve the kinetics of battery performance.
	3. “Air-Outlet and Step-Number Effects on a Step-like Plenum Battery’s Thermal Management System” by Olanrewaju M. Oyewola, Emmanuel T. Idowu, Morakinyo J. Labiran, Michael C. Hatfield and Mebougna L. Drabo       Batteries 2025, 11(3), 87; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11030087 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/3/87 Cover Story: The Z-type BTMS’s structure is one of the most widely investigated air-cooled TMSs. Several designs of air-cooled BTMSs are often associated with the drawback of a rise in ΔP, consequently resulting in an increase in pumping costs. In this study, the investigation of a Step-like plenum design was extended by exploring one and two outlets to determine possible decreases in the maximum battery temperature (Tmax), maximum battery temperature difference (ΔTmax), and pressure drop (ΔP). The computational fluid dynamics (CFD) method was employed to predict the performances of different designs. The designs combine Step-like plenum and two outlets with the outlets located at different points on the BTMS. The results from the study revealed that using a one-outlet design, combined with a Step-like plenum design, reduced the Tmax by 3.52 K when compared with that of the original Z-type system.
	4. “Ion and Water Transports in Double Gyroid Nanochannels Formed by Block Copolymer Anion Exchange Membranes” by Karim Aissou, Maximilien Coronas, Jason Richard, Erwan Ponsin, Sambhav Vishwakarma, Eddy Petit, Bertrand Rebiere, Camille Bakkali-Hassani, Stéphanie Roualdes and Damien Quemener Batteries 2025, 11(4), 126; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11040126 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/4/126 Cover Story: K. Aissou et al. report the fabrication of polymeric membranes with optimized ionic conductivity (IC) and good permeability—key properties for next-generation anion exchange membranes (AEMs) aimed at reducing Ohmic losses and improving water management in alkaline membrane fuel cells. Hydrophilic ion-conducting double-gyroid (DG) nanochannels were created within block copolymer (BCP) AEMs by combining solvent vapor annealing (SVA) with a methylation process. The resulting DG-structured BCP AEMs, in their OH− counter-anion form, exhibited an IC of ~2.8 mS.cm−1 at 20 °C and high water permeability (~384 LMH.bar−1), whereas as-cast AEM analogs with a disordered phase showed much lower IC values (~1.2 mS.cm−1).
	5. “A Review of Battery Energy Storage Optimization in the Built Environment” by Simone Coccato, Khadija Barhmi, Ioannis Lampropoulos, Sara Golroodbari and Wilfried van Sark Batteries 2025, 11(5), 179; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11050179 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/5/179 Cover Story: Battery energy storage systems (BESSs) are becoming essential in the built environment, supporting self-consumption, peak shaving, grid support, and market participation at both local and national levels. This review offers a systematic overview of current applications and optimization techniques, including battery degradation modeling and multi-objective control strategies. By focusing on real-world challenges in residential and urban contexts, it highlights where technical potential remains underutilized and outlines directions for future research that bridge theory and implementation.
	6. “Detailed Characterization of Thermal Runaway Particle Emissions from a Prismatic NMC622 Lithium-Ion Battery” by Felix Elsner, Peter Gerhards, Gaël Berrier, Rémi Vincent, Sébastien Dubourg and Stefan Pischinger Batteries 2025, 11(6), 225; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11060225 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/6/225 Cover Story: Particles ejected during the thermal runaway (TR) of lithium-ion batteries can cause damage to other components in the battery system. The associated safety hazards should therefore be addressed in the battery pack development process. To gain a detailed understanding of the TR particle characteristics, several analyses are carried out. For detailed size and shape quantification, dynamic image analysis and large-particle image processing are applied for the first time. TR particles cover a wide size range, from micrometers to centimeters, and are clearly non-spherical. The analysis indicates particle temperatures of ~200–1100 °C at the time of cell ejection. Particles are partially combustible, and the reactivity is non-linearly size-dependent. Several implications for battery system development are outlined.
	7. “Impact of Temperature and Depth of Discharge on Commercial Nickel Manganese Oxide and Lithium Iron Phosphate Batteries After Three Years of Aging”   by Matthieu Dubarry, Andrew Pearson, Keiran Pringle, Youssof Shekibi and Steven Pas Batteries 2025, 11(7), 239; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11070239 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/7/239 Cover Story: Accurate cell selection is paramount to ensure battery safety and longevity. Unfortunately, due to path dependence, determining which cells are best adapted to a specific application is not straightforward and might require significant testing. This work provides the analysis of three years of aging, for both cycling and calendar years, for two batches of commercial cells of different chemistries. Using the design of experiments and analysis of variance, this work showed that the impact of temperature and the depth of discharge, both at the beginning and end of the discharge, are chemistry-dependent. Moreover, an analysis of the cells’ degradation modes also showcased different pathways depending on the positive electrode chemistry and the type of aging.
	8. “Influence of Pulse Duration on Cutting-Edge Quality and Electrochemical Performance of Lithium Metal Anodes” by Lars O. Schmidt, Houssin Wehbe, Sven Hartwig and Maja W. Kandula Batteries 2025, 11(8), 286; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11080286   Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/8/286 Cover Story: Lithium metal is a promising anode for next-generation batteries, but its processing is challenging due to high reactivity and poor machinability. This study investigates laser cutting as a non-contact alternative to mechanical separation, comparing nanosecond and picosecond pulse durations. Analysis of cutting-edge quality, heat-affected zones, and melt formation shows that shorter pulses reduce thermal damage and improve electrode integrity. Electrochemical tests in symmetric Li|Li cells reveal that laser-cut anodes outperform mechanically separated ones, exhibiting improved cycling stability despite locally inactive lithium. These results highlight optimized laser processing as a key step toward reliable lithium metal anodes for solid-state batteries.
	9. “Effect of Short-Chain Polymer Binders on the Mechanical and Electrochemical Performance of Silicon Anodes” by Fei Sun, L. Zurita-Garcia and Dean R. Wheeler Batteries 2025, 11(9), 329; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11090329   Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/9/329 Cover Story: In their pristine state, silicon particles, carbon black, and binders form a compact and well-adhered network on the copper current collector with about 40% porosity. Upon lithiation, however, silicon expands nearly 300%, forcing the composite to rearrange and partially detach from the collector. This expansion leads to cracks and delamination, weakening the electrode’s integrity. The binders used to make composites in this study are intended to accommodate these structural changes, highlighting the urgent need for binder designs that can withstand silicon’s immense volume fluctuations.
	10. “Hollow Carbon Nanorod-Encapsulated Eu2O3 for High-Energy Hybrid Supercapacitors”              by Arslan Umer, Daniel W. Tague, Muhammad Abbas, John P. Ferraris and Kenneth J. Balkus, Jr. Batteries 2025, 11(10), 355; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11100355 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/10/355 Cover Story: Hollow carbon nanorods encapsulating europium oxide (Eu₂O₃) offer a unique way to combine electric double-layer capacitance (EDLC) and pseudocapacitance (PC) in a single material. The carbon framework ensures high conductivity and a large surface area, while the Eu₂O₃ provides active redox sites for high energy density. This strong carbon and Eu₂O₃ interface enables efficient charge transfer, resulting in a high energy hybrid supercapacitor. Moreover, the Eu₂O₃ can also be recovered and reused, making the process efficient and sustainable.
	11. “Techno-Economic and Environmental Viability of Second-Life EV Batteries in Commercial Buildings: An Analysis Using Real-World Data”    by Zhi Cao, Naser Vosoughi Kurdkandi and Chris Mi Batteries 2025, 11(11), 412; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11110412 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/11/412 Cover Story: Second-life electric vehicle batteries retain substantial usable capacity after automotive retirement, offering a cost-effective and low-carbon solution for stationary storage. This study evaluates a second-life battery energy storage system in a California commercial building using one year of real-world operational data. By comparing second-life and new battery systems under identical dispatch, load, and tariff conditions, the analysis quantifies their economic and environmental performance. The results show that second-life batteries achieve higher economic returns and lower carbon intensity than new batteries despite their lower efficiency. The findings confirm that acquisition cost and policy incentives are the primary drivers of economic viability, while environmental benefits depend mainly on grid carbon intensity.
	12. “NiCo2O4 Electrodes Prepared by Inkjet Printing on Kapton Substrates for Flexible Supercapacitor Applications” by Angeliki Banti, Paris Pardalis, Eleni Mantsiou, Michalis Charalampakis, Vassilios Binas, Andronikos C. Balaskas and Sotirios Sotiropoulos Batteries 2025, 11(12), 434; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries11120434 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/11/12/434 Cover Story: This work presents a flexible NiCo2O4 electrode produced through low-temperature inkjet printing on Kapton substrates designed for next-generation wearable electronics. The printed oxide shows strong pseudocapacitive performance under bending. The scalable fabrication approach supports lightweight, conformable energy storage components that can be seamlessly integrated into wearable and body-mounted devices.