Announcements

Conference: BSA Annual Conference 2025

Organization: British Sociological Association

Date: 23–25 April 2025

Location: Manchester, UK

This conference will celebrate the work of sociology and its positive influence on individual lives and social transformations, exploring the nature of and responses to local and global challenges and changes in a supportive environment. This is a chance to contribute to critical discourse on the profound transformations shaping our world. Engage with leading scholars and network with peers who are equally passionate about understanding and influencing social change.

The following MDPI journals will be represented:

• Societies;
• World;
• Social Sciences;
• Challenges.

If you plan on attending this conference, please feel free to stop by our booth. Our delegates look forward to meeting you in person to answer any questions you may have.

Zero Discrimination Day serves as a powerful reminder of the ongoing fight for equality and justice around the world. On this day, we honour every individual’s right to live with dignity, fulfilment, and purpose.

The effects of discrimination are widespread and far-reaching, impacting areas such as education, employment, healthcare, and the justice system. These barriers not only isolate and marginalize individuals but also prevent them from realizing their fullest potential.

To address these systemic issues, we must engage in critical conversations and foster collaboration among researchers, policymakers, and educators. Discriminatory laws must be replaced with policies that promote fairness, safety, and inclusion for all. We must unite to challenge harmful stereotypes and dismantle the systems that perpetuate inequality.

In celebration of this day, we invite you to explore a selection of insightful articles, journals, and Special Issues in the fields of social sciences and humanities. These resources aim to deepen our understanding of the harmful effects of discrimination and outline the necessary steps to create lasting, positive change. Together, we can shape a more compassionate, just, and inclusive society.

“Mapping Evidence on Strategies Used That Encourage Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) Uptake and Adherence Amongst Female Sex Workers in South Africa”
by Nosipho Faith Makhakhe and Gift Khumalo
Sexes 2025, 6(1), 2; https://doi.org/10.3390/sexes6010002

“The Birth of the “Indian” Clinic: Daktari Medicine in A Ballad of Remittent Fever”
by Thiyagaraj Gurunathan and Binod Mishra
Humanities 2024, 13(6), 169; https://doi.org/10.3390/h13060169

“Access to Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Services for Young Women with and Without Disabilities During a Pandemic”
by Jill Hanass-Hancock, Ayanda Nzuza, Thesandree Padayachee, Kristin Dunkle, Samantha Willan, Mercilene Tanyaradzwa Machisa and Bradley Carpenter
Disabilities 2024, 4(4), 972–995; https://doi.org/10.3390/disabilities4040060

“Underexplored Key Population: The Impact of Substance Abuse on the Health and Well-Being of Male Sex Workers—A Systematic Review”
by Leshata Winter Mokhwelepa and Gsakani Olivia Sumbane
Sexes 2024, 5(3), 398–410; https://doi.org/10.3390/sexes5030029

“Differences in Health Status between People with and without Disabilities in Ecuadorian Prisons”
by Rodrigo Vargas-Fernández and Akram Hernández-Vásquez
Disabilities 2024, 4(3), 646–657; https://doi.org/10.3390/disabilities4030040

“Intersection of Gender and Disability on Returns to Education: A Case from Metro Manila, Philippines”
by Kamal Lamichhane and Takayuki Watanabe
Merits 2023, 3(4), 682–699; https://doi.org/10.3390/merits3040041

“Coverage of Allies, Allyship and Disabled People: A Scoping Review”
by Gregor Wolbring and Aspen Lillywhite
Societies 2023, 13(11), 241; https://doi.org/10.3390/soc13110241

“An Inclusive Workplace Approach to Disability through Assistive Technologies: A Systematic Review and Thematic Analysis of the Literature”
by Tiziana Marinaci, Claudio Russo, Giulia Savarese, Giovanna Stornaiuolo, Filomena Faiella, Luna Carpinelli, Marco Navarra, Giuseppina Marsico and Monica Mollo
Societies 2023, 13(11), 231; https://doi.org/10.3390/soc13110231

“Ageing Organizations: Reviewing the Literature and Making a Few Recommendations for Human Resource Management”
by Alfredo Salomão Filho, Tanja Tillmanns and Trudy Corrigan
Merits 2023, 3(4), 640–653; https://doi.org/10.3390/merits3040038

“Participation, Legal Capacity, and Gender: Reflections from the United Nations Partnership on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Project in Serbia”
by Holly Wescott, Delia Ferri and Malcolm MacLachlan
Disabilities 2023, 3(1), 129–146; https://doi.org/10.3390/disabilities3010010

“The Care Economy and Disability Inclusion” Guest Editors: Dr. Daniel Mont and Dr. Monica Pinilla-Roncancio Submission deadline: 30 June 2025	“Bridging Gaps in Critical Queer Genealogies: Transformative Emergent Scholarship in Queer Studies” Guest Editors: Dr. Justin Sprague and Dr. Liam Oliver Lair Submission deadline:  15 July 2025
“Challenges for Social Inclusion of Older Adults in Liquid Modernity” Guest Editors:  Dr. Teresa Amezcua-Aguilar, Dr. Antonia Rodríguez Martínez and Dr. Javier Cortés Moreno Submission deadline:  1 July 2025	“Nurturing Connected Consciousness in the Anthropocene: Addressing Calls for Cultural and Spiritual Transformation as a Path to Personal, Collective, and Planetary Health” Guest Editors:  Dr. Heidi Honegger Rogers, Dr. Mona S. El-Sherbini and Dr. Sara L. Warber Submission deadline:  31 December 2025

MDPI is pleased to share a significant milestone in its mission to advance scholarly research and promote the dissemination of knowledge—300+ MDPI journals are now indexed in Web of Science (WoS). This milestone highlights the global recognition, interdisciplinary impact and enhanced visibility of our journals. It also reflects our adherence to rigorous editorial standards, scientific integrity, and our mission to foster open scientific exchange in all forms, across all disciplines. 

To explore the full list of our journals indexed in WoS, please visit https://www.mdpi.com/about/journals/wos. Beyond expanding the coverage of our publications in the leading academic databases, we are dedicated to ensuring that our journals are included in as many scope-specific databases as possible. This increases the visibility of our authors’ work and extends the reach of their significant data. 

This milestone would not have been possible without the efforts and expertise of our academic editors, reviewers and authors. Their commitment and collaboration have been instrumental in creating an inclusive, accessible, and impactful publishing platform. We also extend our gratitude to the global research community for their trust as we continue to break new ground in academic publishing. This milestone is not just a celebration of MDPI’s progress but also recognition of the collective strides made by researchers worldwide. 

As we celebrate this remarkable accomplishment, MDPI remains steadfast in its commitment to open access publishing and ensuring that high-quality research reaches and inspires a global audience.

The World Day of Social Justice is an international day recognizing the need to promote social justice. It includes efforts to tackle issues such as poverty, exclusion, gender inequality, unemployment, human rights, and social protection. The United Nations General Assembly decided to observe 20 February annually (approved on 26 November 2007 and starting in 2009) as being the World Day of Social Justice.

Momentum is growing for the concept that advancing social justice should be the central aim guiding all national and international policies. This idea has gained traction among proponents who argue it enables societies and economies to function more cohesively when social justice is prioritized.

Supporters contend that promoting decent work and a fair globalization agenda focused on fundamental rights, employment opportunities, social protections, and constructive social dialogue between governments, employers, and workers is key to maintaining social justice as a core value.

In celebration of this day, we invite you to explore a curation of insightful articles, journals, and Special Issues across various fields, including social sciences, business, and economics. By sharing these findings, we hope to inspire transformative policies of social justice, advocate for more inclusive practices, and contribute to a more sustainable and compassionate global society.

“Towards a “Social Justice Ecosystem Framework” for Enhancing Livelihoods and Sustainability in Pastoralist Communities”
by Charles Fonchingong Che and Henry Ngenyam Bang
Societies 2024, 14(11), 239; https://doi.org/10.3390/soc14110239

“Can We Measure Social Justice? Development and Initial Validation of a Tool Measuring Social Justice Through Values”
by Marina Alexandra Tudoran, Laurențiu Gabriel Țîru and Alexandru Neagoe
Societies 2024, 14(11), 238; https://doi.org/10.3390/soc14110238

“Inclusion in Immersion Education: Identifying and Supporting Students with Additional Educational Needs”
by Sinéad Nic Aindriú
Encyclopedia 2024, 4(4), 1496-1508; https://doi.org/10.3390/encyclopedia4040097

“Contributions of Municipal Initiatives to Digital Health Equity”
by Fernando Almeida
World 2024, 5(4), 1165-1180; https://doi.org/10.3390/world5040059

“Bringing a Social Justice Lens to Matthews’ Five Propositions for Genuine Students-as-Partners Practice: A Narrative Review”
by Ruth L. Healey
Soc. Sci. 2024, 13(11), 577; https://doi.org/10.3390/socsci13110577

“Advancing Planetary Health Through Interspecies Justice: A Rapid Review”
by Kira L. Johnson, Maya K. Gislason, Diego S. Silva, Maxwell J. Smith and Chris Buse
Challenges 2024, 15(4), 45; https://doi.org/10.3390/challe15040045

“Naturalistic Decision-Making in Intentional Communities: Insights from Youth, Disabled Persons, and Children on Achieving United Nations Sustainable Development Goals for Equality, Peace, and Justice”
by Carol Nash
Challenges 2024, 15(3), 38; https://doi.org/10.3390/challe15030038

“Toward Sustainable Development: Assessing the Effects of Financial Contagion on Human Well-Being in Romania”
by Ionuț Nica, Irina Georgescu, Camelia Delcea and Nora Chiriță
Risks 2023, 11(11), 204; https://doi.org/10.3390/risks11110204

““I’m Not Asking for Special Treatment, I’m Asking for Access”: Experiences of University Students with Disabilities in Ghana, Ethiopia and South Africa”
by Dureyah Abrahams, Beata Batorowicz, Peter Ndaa, Sumaya Gabriels, Solomon M. Abebe, Xiaolin Xu and Heather M. Aldersey
Disabilities 2023, 3(1), 114-128; https://doi.org/10.3390/disabilities3010009

“Applying the ‘Human Rights Model of Disability’ to Informed Consent: Experiences and Reflections from the SHAPES Project”
by Richard Lombard-Vance, Evelyn Soye, Delia Ferri, Emma McEvoy, Malcolm MacLachlan and Sari Sarlio-Siintola
Disabilities 2023, 3(1), 28-47; https://doi.org/10.3390/disabilities3010003

“Youth Justice: Social Policy, Social Work and Practice”	“Interconnection Between Environmental Issues and Social Justice”

Conference: 2025 AERA Annual Meeting
Organization: American Educational Research Association
Date: 23–27 April 2025
Place: Denver, CO, USA
Booth: #332

The AERA Annual Meeting is the world's largest gathering of education researchers and an opportunity to showcase groundbreaking, innovative studies covering a wide array of elements in the field, ranging from early education through higher education, from digital learning to second language literacy. It is a venue where the ideas and data that will shape tomorrow’s education practices and policies will be encountered, allowing attendees to connect with leading thinkers from around the world.

The theme of 2025 AERA Annual Meeting is “Research, Remedy, and Repair: Toward Just Education Renewal”. With more than 2,500 sessions to choose from, the meeting provides a dynamic experience with opportunities to learn from prominent scholars, discover the latest research, engage in stimulating conversations, and foster professional relationships.

The following MDPI journals will be represented:

• Education Sciences;
• Behavioral Sciences;
• Psychology International;
• IME;
• Youth;
• J. Intell;
• EJIHPE;
• Societies;
• Challenges;
• Disabilities;
• Social Sciences;
• Trends in Higher Education.

If you plan on attending this conference, please feel free to stop by our booth (#332). Our delegates look forward to meeting you in person to answer any questions you may have.

For more information about the conference, please visit the following link: https://www.aera.net/Events-Meetings/AERA-2025-Annual-Meeting.

MDPI, a pioneer in scholarly open access publishing, and the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine), Singapore, proudly announce the successful conclusion of the first edition the MDPI Early Career Researcher Awards. The awards, which recognize outstanding contributions to medical and biomedical research, were presented to six exceptional researchers during an awards ceremony held at LKCMedicine HQ Building on 28 November 2024.

Honoring Excellence in Research

The awards recognize exceptional postdoctoral researchers and Ph.D. students who have demonstrated outstanding originality, innovation, and impact in their respective fields. We are honored to announce the winners of the 2024 edition:

Early Career Researcher (Postdoc) Award:

• Dr. Theresia Handayani Mina, “Adiposity and Metabolic Health in Asian Populations: An Epidemiological Study Using Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry in Singapore”;
• Dr. Erfan Rezvani Ghomi, “Wound Healing Improvement by Novel Aligned Antimicrobial Nanofibrous 3D Scaffolds”;
• Dr. Yadollah Ranjbar Slamloo, “Functional Alterations of The Prefrontal Circuit Underlying Cognitive Aging in Mice”.

Early Career Researcher (Ph.D.) Award:

• Pritisha Rozario, “Mechanistic Basis for Potassium Efflux-Driven Activation of the Human NLRP1 Inflammasome”;

• Michelle Law Cheok Yien, “Chikungunya Virus Nonstructural Protein 1 is a Versatile RNA Capping and Decapping Enzyme”;
• Yin Ruoyu, “The Use of Digital Mental Health and Wellbeing Tools in Older Adults: A Mixed Method Study”.

Our collaboration highlights a shared commitment to recognizing exceptional talent and research within the academic community, addressing today’s healthcare challenges, and inspiring continued innovation.

Looking Ahead to 2025

Building on the success of the first edition, MDPI and LKCMedicine are excited to announce that the 2025 MDPI Early Researcher Awards will continue to celebrate excellence and innovation in medical research. The next edition promises to expand its scope, introducing new categories and providing even greater recognition for impactful research.

Further details on the 2025 awards, including nomination criteria and timelines, will be shared in the coming months. We remain committed to fostering a culture of research excellence and collaboration within the global scientific community.

The International Day of Women and Girls in Science, celebrated annually on 11 February, highlights the vital role of women and girls in addressing prominent global challenges like climate change, public health, and sustainable development. The 2025 theme, “Building a Future for Women in Science”, emphasizes the need for greater gender equality in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to harness diverse talent and perspectives. Despite progress in education, a persistent gender gap limits female potential in these fields.

In recognition of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, MDPI reaffirms its commitment to fostering equity and inclusion in STEM fields. We celebrate the achievements of women in science and highlight their vital contributions to advancing knowledge and innovation. Through open access publishing, MDPI ensures that groundbreaking research, including topics on gender equity and women in STEM, is accessible to practitioners, policymakers, and global audiences. By sharing inspiring stories of women in science and curating relevant publications, MDPI aims to inspire positive action and collaboration to create a more inclusive and equitable scientific community. Together, we celebrate progress while striving for a future where women and girls are empowered to thrive in science and beyond.

“How Important Are Labor-Market Gender Gaps in the South Caucasus?”
by Marc Teignier and David Cuberes
Economies 2024, 12(12), 332; https://doi.org/10.3390/economies12120332

“Empowerment and Sustainability: Investigating Barriers to Women’s Transition from Higher Education to Empowerment in Brazil”
by Muhammad Qasim Rana, Angela Lee, José Fernando Rodrigues Bezerra and Guilherme Hissa Villas Boas
Societies 2024, 14(11), 234; https://doi.org/10.3390/soc14110234

“Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Postpartum Experiences of Racialised Brazilian Women in Portugal: An Analysis of Obstetric Violence as Gender-Based Violence”
by Mariana Holanda Rusu, Conceição Nogueira and Joana Topa
Sexes 2024, 5(4), 611-637; https://doi.org/10.3390/sexes5040040

“In Their Own Words: Muslim Women Reconstruct the Sexual Script”
by Jennifer Lara Fagen
Sexes 2024, 5(4), 638-651; https://doi.org/10.3390/sexes5040041

“Liposomes and Their Therapeutic Applications in Enhancing Psoriasis and Breast Cancer Treatments”
by Amal Ali Elkordy, David Hill, Mohamed Attia and Cheng Shu Chaw
Nanomaterials 2024, 14(21), 1760; https://doi.org/10.3390/nano14211760

“Gender Typicality and Engineering Attachment: Examining the Viewpoints of Women College Engineers and Variation by Race/Ethnicity”
by Ursula Nguyen and Catherine Riegle-Crumb
Behav. Sci. 2024, 14(7), 573; https://doi.org/10.3390/bs14070573

“Epistemic Uncertainty, Social Dominance Orientation, and Prejudices toward Women in Leadership Roles: Mediation and Moderation Analyses”
by Federico Contu, Antonio Aiello and Antonio Pierro
Soc. Sci. 2024, 13(1), 54; https://doi.org/10.3390/socsci13010054

“Peptides Targeting HER2-Positive Breast Cancer Cells and Applications in Tumor Imaging and Delivery of Chemotherapeutics”
by Palmira Alessia Cavallaro, Marzia De Santo, Emilia Lucia Belsito, Camilla Longobucco, Manuela Curcio, Catia Morelli, Luigi Pasqua and Antonella Leggio
Nanomaterials 2023, 13(17), 2476; https://doi.org/10.3390/nano13172476

“Sources of Wellbeing Amongst Saudi Arabian Women Academic Leaders: An Explorative Study”
by Rasis Alanazi and Claire Alkouatli
Societies 2023, 13(4), 88; https://doi.org/10.3390/soc13040088 

“Investigating the Status of Women Engineers in Education and Employment during the COVID-19 Pandemic”
by Seema Singh
Challenges 2022, 13(1), 27; https://doi.org/10.3390/challe13010027

The editorial team at Challenges extends our heartfelt thanks to the dedicated reviewers whose expertise and commitment have been key to the journal's success in 2024. Last year, Challenges received 240 review reports from 169 reviewers representing 32 countries and regions worldwide.

To recognize the invaluable time, effort, and attention to detail that each reviewer dedicates, Challenges expresses its sincere gratitude through an annual acknowledgment of reviewers.

We are honored to recognize the reviewers who allowed us to publish their names each year. The names of these reviewers are listed below in alphabetical order by first name:

We are excited to join the global community in celebrating International Day of Clean Energy on 26 January. This year’s theme, “Clean Energy for People and Planet”, highlights the urgent need to transition to sustainable, renewable energy sources to combat climate change and promote environmental resilience.

As part of the observance of this international day, we have curated a list of publications on topics related to clean energy to raise awareness about the importance of reducing reliance on fossil fuels, increasing energy efficiency, and ensuring equitable access to clean energy worldwide.

Although we still have ways to go to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG7), which aims to ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all by 2030, this day also provides an opportunity to celebrate the progress made and inspire further action and greater responsibility towards ensuring a clean planet. Join us to celebrate the progress towards a cleaner planet and future.

Applied Science Applied Nano Batteries Catalysts Challenges Clean Technol.	Electricity Energies Energy Storage & Applications Environments Fire Forecasting	Fuels Journal of Composites Science Materials Membranes Nanomaterials	Separations Solar Vehicles WEVJ World

“The Role of Renewable Energy Sources and Industry 4.0 Focus for Africa: A Review”
by Kingsley Ukoba, Thokozani Justin Kunene, Pieter Harmse, Valantine Takwa Lukong and Tien Chien Jen
Appl. Sci. 2023, 13(2), 1074; https://doi.org/10.3390/app13021074

“Simulation and Optimisation of Utility-Scale PV–Wind Systems with Pumped Hydro Storage”
by Rodolfo Dufo-López and Juan M. Lujano-Rojas
Appl. Sci. 2024, 14(16), 7033; https://doi.org/10.3390/app14167033

“Renewable Electricity and Green Hydrogen Integration for Decarbonization of “Hard-to-Abate” Industrial Sectors”
by Alessandro Franco and Michele Rocca
Electricity 2024, 5(3), 471-490; https://doi.org/10.3390/electricity5030024

“Electric Vehicles Charged with Solar-PV: A Brazilian Case Study for 2030”
by Danilo da Costa and Vladimir Rafael Melian Cobas
Vehicles 2023, 5(4), 1743-1759; https://doi.org/10.3390/vehicles5040095

“Life Cycle Assessment in Renewable Energy: Solar and Wind Perspectives”
by Francisco Portillo, Alfredo Alcayde, Rosa Maria Garcia, Manuel Fernandez-Ros, Jose Antonio Gazquez and Nuria Novas
Environments 2024, 11(7), 147; https://doi.org/10.3390/environments11070147

“Impact of PV and EV Forecasting in the Operation of a Microgrid”
by Giampaolo Manzolini, Andrea Fusco, Domenico Gioffrè, Silvana Matrone, Riccardo Ramaschi, Marios Saleptsis, Riccardo Simonetti, Filip Sobic, Michael James Wood, Emanuele Ogliari et al.
Forecasting 2024, 6(3), 591-615; https://doi.org/10.3390/forecast6030032

“Floating Photovoltaics: A Review”
by Laura Essak and Aritra Ghosh
Clean Technol. 2022, 4(3), 752-769; https://doi.org/10.3390/cleantechnol4030046

“Forecasting Hydropower with Innovation Diffusion Models: A Cross-Country Analysis”
by Farooq Ahmad, Livio Finos and Mariangela Guidolin
Forecasting 2024, 6(4), 1045-1064; https://doi.org/10.3390/forecast6040052

“Environmental Management and Decarbonization Nexus: A Pathway to the Energy Sector’s Sustainable Futures”
by Abdel-Mohsen O. Mohamed, Dina Mohamed, Adham Fayad and Moza T. Al Nahyan
World 2025, 6(1), 13; https://doi.org/10.3390/world6010013

“Hardware-in-the-Loop Emulation of a SEPIC Multiplier Converter in a Photovoltaic System”
by Johnny Posada Contreras and Julio C. Rosas-Caro
Electricity 2024, 5(3), 426-448; https://doi.org/10.3390/electricity5030022

“Hydrogen Impact: A Review on Diffusibility, Embrittlement Mechanisms, and Characterization”
by Qidong Li, Hesamedin Ghadiani, Vahid Jalilvand, Tahrim Alam, Zoheir Farhat and Md. Aminul Islam
Materials 2024, 17(4), 965; https://doi.org/10.3390/ma17040965

Special Issues:

“Advances in New Sources of Energy and Fuels”	“Sustainability Assessment of Renewable Fuels Production”
“Renewable Energy System Technologies: 2nd Edition”	“Clean and Renewable Hydrogen Fuel”

“Design of a Fuel Cell/Battery Hybrid Power System for a Micro Vehicle: Sizing Design and Hydrogen Storage Evaluation”
by Zayd Aslam, Adrian Felix, Christos Kalyvas and Mahmoud Chizari
Vehicles 2023, 5(4), 1570-1585; https://doi.org/10.3390/vehicles5040085

“Recent Developments in Materials for Physical Hydrogen Storage: A Review”
by Thi Hoa Le, Minsoo P. Kim, Chan Ho Park and Quang Nhat Tran
Materials 2024, 17(3), 666; https://doi.org/10.3390/ma17030666

“Highly Stable and Enhanced Performance of p–i–n Perovskite Solar Cells via Cuprous Oxide Hole-Transport Layers”
by Tung-Han Chuang, Yin-Hung Chen, Shikha Sakalley, Wei-Chun Cheng, Choon Kit Chan, Chih-Ping Chen and Sheng-Chi Chen
Nanomaterials 2023, 13(8), 1363; https://doi.org/10.3390/nano13081363

“Comprehensive Analysis of Parametric Effects on the Specific Heat Capacity of Pristine and Aged Lithium-Ion Cells”
by Luca Tendera, Gerrit Karl Mertin, Carlos Gonzalez, Dominik Wycisk, Alexander Fill and Kai Peter Birke
Energy Storage Appl. 2024, 1(1), 35-53; https://doi.org/10.3390/esa1010004

“Development of a Mechanical Vehicle Battery Module Simulation Model Combined with Short Circuit Detection”
by Klemens Jantscher, Heimo Kreimaier, Alem Miralem and Christoph Breitfuss
Energy Storage Appl. 2024, 1(1), 19-34; https://doi.org/10.3390/esa1010003

“Global Atlas of Marine Floating Solar PV Potential”
by David Firnando Silalahi and Andrew Blakers
Solar 2023, 3(3), 416-433; https://doi.org/10.3390/solar3030023

“An Assessment of Liquid Biofuel Value Chains from Heavy-Metal Contaminated Feedstock”
by Dimitrios Giannopoulos, Ilias Katsifis, Dimitrios Katsourinis, Athanasios Rentizelas and Maria Founti
Fuels 2022, 3(3), 509-532; https://doi.org/10.3390/fuels3030031

“Review on Conductive Polymer Composites for Supercapacitor Applications”
by Melkie Getnet Tadesse, Abdella Simegnaw Ahmmed and Jörn Felix Lübben
J. Compos. Sci. 2024, 8(2), 53; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcs8020053

Special Issues:

“Advanced Energy Storage Materials: Preparation, Characterization and Applications (3rd Edition)”	“Polymer Electrolyte Membranes in Energy Conversion and Storage”
“Advanced Carbon-Based Nanostructures for Energy Storage and Clean Energy Technologies”	“Advancements in Composite Materials for Energy Storage Applications”

“A Brief Review of Hydrogen Production Methods and Their Challenges”
by Santanu Kumar Dash, Suprava Chakraborty and Devaraj Elangovan
Energies 2023, 16(3), 1141; https://doi.org/10.3390/en16031141

“Analysis of PEM Water Electrolyzer Failure Due to Induced Hydrogen Crossover in Catalyst-Coated PFSA Membranes”
by Eveline Kuhnert, Mathias Heidinger, Daniel Sandu, Viktor Hacker and Merit Bodner
Membranes 2023, 13(3), 348; https://doi.org/10.3390/membranes13030348

“Selective H₂ Evolution and CO₂ Absorption in Electrolysis of Ethanolamine Aqueous Solutions”
by Satoshi Fukada, Ryosuke Sakai, Makoto Oya and Kazunari Katayama
Separations 2023, 10(11), 578; https://doi.org/10.3390/separations10110578

“Critical Review of Life Cycle Assessment of Hydrogen Production Pathways”
by Manfredi Picciotto Maniscalco, Sonia Longo, Maurizio Cellura, Gabriele Miccichè and Marco Ferraro
Environments 2024, 11(6), 108; https://doi.org/10.3390/environments11060108

“A Comparative Analysis of Different Hydrogen Production Methods and Their Environmental Impact”
by Somtochukwu Godfrey Nnabuife, Caleb Kwasi Darko, Precious Chineze Obiako, Boyu Kuang, Xiaoxiao Sun and Karl Jenkins
Clean Technol. 2023, 5(4), 1344-1380; https://doi.org/10.3390/cleantechnol5040067

“Steam Reforming of Tar Impurities from Biomass Gasification with Ni-Co/Mg(Al)O Catalysts—Operating Parameter Effects”
by Ask Lysne, Ida Saxrud, Kristin Ø. Madsen and Edd A. Blekkan
Fuels 2024, 5(3), 458-475; https://doi.org/10.3390/fuels5030025

“Synergistic Integration of Hydrogen Energy Economy with UK’s Sustainable Development Goals: A Holistic Approach to Enhancing Safety and Risk Mitigation”
by He Li, Mohammad Yazdi, Rosita Moradi, Reza Ghasemi Pirbalouti and Arman Nedjati
Fire 2023, 6(10), 391; https://doi.org/10.3390/fire6100391

Special Issues:

“Catalytic Reforming and Hydrogen Production: From the Past to the Future, 2nd Edition”	“Composite Materials for Hydrogen Storage”
“Catalytic Energy Conversion and Catalytic Environmental Purification”	“Nanomaterials for Green and Sustainable World”

“Electrodialysis Processes an Answer to Industrial Sustainability: Toward the Concept of Eco-Circular Economy?—A Review”
by Aurore Cournoyer and Laurent Bazinet
Membranes 2023, 13(2), 205; https://doi.org/10.3390/membranes13020205

“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

“Summary of Pretreatment of Waste Lithium-Ion Batteries and Recycling of Valuable Metal Materials: A Review”
by Linye Li, Yuzhang Li and Guoquan Zhang
Separations 2024, 11(7), 196; https://doi.org/10.3390/separations11070196

“Feasible Solutions for Low-Carbon Thermal Electricity Generation and Utilization in Oil-Rich Developing Countries: A Literature Review”
by Danny Ochoa-Correa, Paul Arévalo, Edisson Villa-Ávila, Juan L. Espinoza and Francisco Jurado
Fire 2024, 7(10), 344; https://doi.org/10.3390/fire7100344

“Evaluating Synergies between Electric Vehicles and Photovoltaics: A Comparative Study of Urban Environments”
by Renos Rotas, Petros Iliadis, Nikos Nikolopoulos and Ananias Tomboulides
World Electr. Veh. J. 2024, 15(9), 397; https://doi.org/10.3390/wevj15090397

“An Overview of Renewable Energy Technologies in the Eastern Cape Province in South Africa and the Rural Households’ Energy Poverty Coping Strategies”
by Patrick Mukumba and Shylet Y. Chivanga
Challenges 2023, 14(1), 19; https://doi.org/10.3390/challe14010019

“How Economic Growth Contributes to CO₂ Emissions in the Presence of Globalization and Eco-Innovations in South Asian Countries?”
by Usman Mehmood, Salman Tariq, Zia Ul Haq, Muhammad Umar Aslam and Ali Imran
World 2023, 4(1), 202-213; https://doi.org/10.3390/world4010014

“Overview of Sustainable Mobility: The Role of Electric Vehicles in Energy Communities”
by Jozsef Menyhart
World Electr. Veh. J. 2024, 15(6), 275; https://doi.org/10.3390/wevj15060275

“Experimental Characterization of Hydronic Air Coil Performance with Aluminum Oxide Nanofluids of Three Concentrations”
by Roy Strandberg, Dustin Ray and Debendra K. Das
Appl. Nano 2024, 5(2), 84-107; https://doi.org/10.3390/applnano5020008

“A Review on Nano Ti-Based Oxides for Dark and Photocatalysis: From Photoinduced Processes to Bioimplant Applications”
by Christine Joy Querebillo
Nanomaterials 2023, 13(6), 982; https://doi.org/10.3390/nano13060982

“Black TiO₂ and Oxygen Vacancies: Unraveling the Role in the Thermal Anatase-to-Rutile Transformation”
by Mattia Allieta, Mauro Coduri and Alberto Naldoni
Appl. Nano 2024, 5(2), 72-83; https://doi.org/10.3390/applnano5020007

“Shining a Light on Sewage Treatment: Building a High-Activity and Long-Lasting Photocatalytic Reactor with the Elegance of a “Kongming Lantern”
by Xiaohan Xu, Yi Wang, Zhuo Deng, Jin Wang, Xile Wei, Peng Wang and Dun Zhang
Catalysts 2024, 14(9), 645; https://doi.org/10.3390/catal14090645

“Renewable Energy Forecasting: Innovations and Breakthroughs”	Topics: “Sustainable Energy Systems”
“Advances in Photovoltaic Materials and Devices: Preparation, Characterization and Properties”	“Theory, Method and Application of New Energy and Intelligent Transportation”
“Second-Life Batteries”

“A Review of Coal and Biomass Hydrogasification: Process Layouts, Hydrogasifiers, and Catalysts”
by Emilia Saraceno, Concetta Ruocco and Vincenzo Palma
Catalysts 2023, 13(2), 417; https://doi.org/10.3390/catal13020417

“Biochar Production and Its Potential Application for Biocomposite Materials: A Comprehensive Review”
by Guillermina Feliz Florian, Mohamed Ragoubi, Nathalie Leblanc, Bechara Taouk and Lokmane Abdelouahed
J. Compos. Sci. 2024, 8(6), 220; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcs8060220

“Regional Wealth Data Acquisition and Modeling: Innovations Needed for Advancement in Sustainable Wealth in Energy-Rich Regions”
by Jason A. Hubbart and Hodjat Ghadimi
Challenges 2023, 14(4), 51; https://doi.org/10.3390/challe14040051

“A Review of Solar Forecasting Techniques and the Role of Artificial Intelligence”
by Khadija Barhmi, Chris Heynen, Sara Golroodbari and Wilfried van Sark
Solar 2024, 4(1), 99-135; https://doi.org/10.3390/solar4010005

“Steam Reforming of Tar Impurities from Biomass Gasification with Ni-Co/Mg(Al)O Catalysts—Operating Parameter Effects”
by Ask Lysne, Ida Saxrud, Kristin Ø. Madsen and Edd A. Blekkan
Fuels 2024, 5(3), 458-475; https://doi.org/10.3390/fuels5030025

“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

“Fundamentals, Operation and Global Prospects for the Development of Biogas Plants-A Review”
by Gulnar Gadirli, Agnieszka A. Pilarska, Jacek Dach, Krzysztof Pilarski, Alicja Kolasa-Więcek and Klaudia Borowiak
Energies 2024, 17(3), 568; https://doi.org/10.3390/en17030568

Special Issues:

“Innovative Approaches to Circular Waste Management: Leveraging Marine and Agricultural Resources for Sustainability”	“Re-imagining Power: A Holistic Examination of Renewable Energy Advancement within Socioeconomic Contexts”
“Nanoscale Solutions: Transformative Applications of Functionalized Nanomaterials in Environmental Remediation”	“Sustainable Management of Energy Resources, Energy Strategies and Climate Change—2nd Edition”
“Innovative Approaches to Sustainable Design, Recovery, and Circular Management of Solid Waste”