Advanced Coatings for Enhanced Electrochemical Catalysis and Energy Storage Technologies
A special issue of Coatings (ISSN 2079-6412). This special issue belongs to the section "Surface Engineering for Energy Harvesting, Conversion, and Storage".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2025 | Viewed by 886
Special Issue Editor
Interests: electrochemical ion separation; supercapacitor; water desalination; electrocatalysis
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The accelerating shift towards sustainable energy solutions has heightened the need for advanced energy storage and conversion systems. Central to these developments is the field of electrochemical catalysis, which governs critical processes such as water splitting and carbon dioxide reduction. These processes are essential for generating clean fuels and storing energy efficiently. However, the effectiveness of these systems hinges on the design and performance of catalysts, which often face challenges related to activity, selectivity, and stability under operational conditions. In parallel, energy storage technologies, including batteries and supercapacitors, are rapidly evolving. The development of high-performance materials has the potential to enhance energy density, charge–discharge efficiency, and lifecycle.
Advanced coatings, including metal and alloy films, play a vital role in enhancing the performance of electrochemical catalysts by acting as barriers against corrosion and oxidation. These coatings also improve conductivity and facilitate better interaction between reactants and catalytic surfaces. Additionally, advancements in coatings can significantly impact energy storage technologies, including batteries and supercapacitors, by optimizing material interfaces and enhancing charge–discharge efficiency.
We are pleased to invite you to submit your research to this Special Issue. The scope of this Special Issue covers a range of topics related to coatings in electrochemical catalysis and energy storage materials such as those listed below:
- Novel catalysts for electrochemical reactions, such as water splitting and CO2;
- Advanced energy storage materials, including batteries, supercapacitors, and hydrogen storage systems;
- Surface modification techniques that enhance catalyst performance through improved stability and reactivity;
- Advanced coatings for key components in electrochemical catalysis and energy storage system, like bipolar plates, gas diffusion layers, current collectors, etc.;
- Fundamental understanding of electrochemical processes and mechanisms.
This Special Issue aims to showcase the latest research in coatings, electrochemical catalysis, and energy storage. We seek contributions that explore innovative materials, surface modification techniques, and electrochemical mechanisms that address current limitations and push the frontiers of energy technology.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Yang Wang
Guest Editor
Manuscript Submission Information
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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. Coatings is an international peer-reviewed open access monthly journal published by MDPI.
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Keywords
- electrocatalysis
- electrochemical processes
- energy storage materials
- surface modification
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