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10th Anniversary of C — Journal of Carbon Research
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10th Anniversary of C — Journal of Carbon Research

A special issue of C (ISSN 2311-5629).

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2026 | Viewed by 1723

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Prof. Dr. Craig E. Banks

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Faculty of Science and Engineering, Manchester Metropolitan University, Chester Street, Manchester M1 5GD, UK
Interests: electrochemistry; additive manufacturing; 2D material electrochemistry; sensor design and development; screen-printing and related sensor fabrication; electron transfer; sono-electrochemistry; nanoparticles
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Dear Colleagues,

Congratulations on the 10th Anniversary of C — Journal of Carbon Research. As Editor-in-Chief, it is inspiring to see how far we have come in establishing the journal as a leading platform for advancing carbon research. Our inclusion in ESCI, Scopus, and other prestigious databases reflects the quality and impact of the papers published.

This achievement would not have been possible without the dedication of our editorial team, editors, reviewers, and, most importantly, the authors who have contributed to the journal’s success. Their commitment to excellence has been instrumental in shaping the journal’s reputation and influence.

To mark this milestone, we are proud to present a 10th Anniversary Special Issue, a commemorative collection that showcases groundbreaking research from highly cited scholars and explores impactful topics in carbon science. By featuring leading experts and cutting-edge studies, this issue will highlight the most significant advancements in the field, reinforcing the journal’s role in driving scientific progress. We extend our gratitude to all who have been part of this journey and look forward to continuing to push the boundaries of carbon research in the years ahead.

Prof. Dr. Craig E. Banks
Guest Editor

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Thermal Conductivity of Graphene Moiré Superlattices at Small Twist Angles: An Approach-to-Equilibrium Molecular Dynamics and Boltzmann Transport Study
by Lorenzo Manunza, Riccardo Dettori, Antonio Cappai and Claudio Melis
C 2025, 11(3), 46; https://doi.org/10.3390/c11030046 - 30 Jun 2025
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We investigate the thermal conductivity of graphene Moiré superlattices formed by twisting bilayer graphene (TBG) at small angles, employing approach-to-equilibrium molecular dynamics and lattice dynamics calculations based on the Boltzmann Transport Equation. Our simulations reveal a non-monotonic dependence of the thermal conductivity on [...] Read more.
We investigate the thermal conductivity of graphene Moiré superlattices formed by twisting bilayer graphene (TBG) at small angles, employing approach-to-equilibrium molecular dynamics and lattice dynamics calculations based on the Boltzmann Transport Equation. Our simulations reveal a non-monotonic dependence of the thermal conductivity on the twisting angle, with a local minimum near the first magic angle (θ∼1.1°). This behavior is attributed to the evolution of local stacking configurations—AA, AB, and saddle-point (SP)—across the Moiré superlattice, which strongly affect phonon transport. A detailed analysis of phonon mean free paths (MFP) and mode-resolved thermal conductivity shows that AA stacking suppresses thermal transport, while AB and SP stackings exhibit enhanced conductivity owing to more efficient low-frequency phonon transport. Furthermore, we establish a direct correlation between the thermal conductivity of twisted structures and the relative abundance of stacking domains within the Moiré supercell. Our results demonstrate that even very small changes in twisting angle (<2°) can lead to thermal conductivity variations of over 30%, emphasizing the high tunability of thermal transport in TBG. Full article
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Bimetallic Copper–Indium Co-Doped Titanium Dioxide Towards Electrosynthesis of Urea from Carbon Dioxide and Nitrate
by Youcai Meng, Tianran Wei, Zhiwei Wang, Caiyun Wang, Junyang Ding, Yang Luo and Xijun Liu
C 2025, 11(3), 44; https://doi.org/10.3390/c11030044 - 27 Jun 2025
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Electrocatalytic urea synthesis offers great potential for sustainable strategies through CO2 and NO3− reduction reactions. However, the development of high-performance catalysts is often hampered by the complexity of synthetic methodologies and the unresolved nature of C-N coupling pathways. In this [...] Read more.
Electrocatalytic urea synthesis offers great potential for sustainable strategies through CO2 and NO3− reduction reactions. However, the development of high-performance catalysts is often hampered by the complexity of synthetic methodologies and the unresolved nature of C-N coupling pathways. In this study, we present a copper–indium co-doped titanium dioxide (CuIn-TiO2) catalyst that exhibits remarkable efficacy in enhancing the synergistic reduction of CO2 and NO3− to produce urea. The bimetallic CuIn site functions as the primary active site for the C-N coupling reaction, achieving a urea yield rate of 411.8 μg h−1 mgcat−1 with a Faradaic efficiency of 6.7% at −0.8 V versus reversible hydrogen electrode (vs. RHE). A body of experimental and theoretical research has demonstrated that the nanoscale particles enhance the density of active sites and improve the feasibility of reactions on the surface of TiO2. The co-doping of Cu and In has been shown to significantly enhance electronic conductivity, increase the adsorption affinity for *CO2 and *NO3−, and promote the C-N coupling process. The CuIn-TiO2 catalyst has been demonstrated to effectively promote the reduction of NO3− and CO2, as well as accelerate the C-N coupling reaction. This effect is a result of a synergistic interaction among the catalyst’s components. Full article
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Fracture Mechanics of Tetragraphene: Effects of Structural Variations and Loading Conditions
by Elnaz Haddadi and Alireza Tabarraei
C 2025, 11(3), 40; https://doi.org/10.3390/c11030040 - 24 Jun 2025
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Despite the promising electronic properties of graphene, its lack of an intrinsic bandgap limits its applicability in semiconductor technologies. This has catalyzed the investigation of newly developed two-dimensional carbon materials, including tetragraphene (TG), a quasi-2D semiconducting material featuring a combination of hexagonal and [...] Read more.
Despite the promising electronic properties of graphene, its lack of an intrinsic bandgap limits its applicability in semiconductor technologies. This has catalyzed the investigation of newly developed two-dimensional carbon materials, including tetragraphene (TG), a quasi-2D semiconducting material featuring a combination of hexagonal and tetragonal rings. This study aims to investigate the mechanical and fracture behaviors of TG using density functional theory (DFT) and molecular dynamics (MD) simulations, studying two distinct atomic configurations of tetragraphene. DFT simulations assess the mechanical properties, while MD simulations explore the fracture dynamics subjected to mixed mode I (opening mode) and mode II (in-plane shear mode) loading. Our analysis focuses on the influence of loading phase angle, crack edge chirality, crack tip configuration, and temperature on crack propagation paths and critical stress intensity factors (SIFs) in TG structures. Our results show that the critical SIF varies by 12.5–21% depending on the crack chirality. Across all loading conditions, increasing the temperature ranging from 300 K to 2000 K reduces the critical SIF by 10–45%, with the largest reductions observed under pure mode I loading. These outcomes offer important insights into the structural integrity of TG and inform its potential integration into flexible nanoelectronic devices, where mechanical reliability is essential. Full article
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