Feature Papers in Supercapacitors

Dear Colleagues,

Modern global society faces significant challenges due to its continued reliance on fossil fuels, which contributes to pollution, global warming, and geopolitical instability. Addressing these critical issues necessitates breakthroughs in alternative energy sources and, crucially, in sustainable energy storage technologies. The escalating demand for efficient and reliable storage solutions is driven by the imperative to integrate intermittent renewable sources into power grids and to power the next generation of sustainable transportation and portable electronics.

Supercapacitors (including electric double-layer capacitors, pseudocapacitors, and hybrid-ion capacitors) are emerging as essential devices in this energy transition. Their key advantages—high power density, extended cycle life, and rapid charging/discharging capabilities—make them exceptionally attractive for a broad spectrum of applications, ranging from instant charging in consumer electronics to large-scale grid stabilization.

Researchers and experts are invited to contribute to the “Feature Papers in Supercapacitors” Topical Collection. This Topical Collection seeks to explore the latest advancements, from fundamental material science to integrated device applications, thereby supporting continued progress in this rapidly evolving field. This collaborative and synergistic effort will provide a critical platform for discussing materials, design, performance, and the future development of supercapacitors. The time for innovation in energy storage is now!

The “Feature Papers in Supercapacitors” Topical Collection of Batteries covers the following topics in supercapacitor-related research, development, and applications:

• Advanced Electrode Materials (e.g., carbon-based, transition metal oxides, conducting polymers)
• Novel Electrolytes (e.g., ionic liquids, solid-state, aqueous)
• New Hybrid-Ion Capacitors
• Device Fabrication and Integration
• Performance and Degradation Mechanisms
• Modeling and Simulation
• Miniaturized and Flexible Supercapacitors
• Large-Scale Energy Storage Applications
• Supercapacitors for Electric Vehicles and Hybrid Systems
• Sustainable and Cost-Effective Manufacturing

Prof. Dr. Ottorino Veneri
Collection Editor

Manuscript Submission Information

Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the collection website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 250 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for assessment.

Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Batteries is an international peer-reviewed open access monthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2700 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

• supercapacitors
• sustainable energy storage
• high power density
• advanced electrode materials
• novel electrolytes
• hybrid-ion capacitors
• electric vehicles (EVs)
• grid stabilization
• extended cycle life
• rapid charging/discharging