Advanced Functional Nanostructured Films and Coatings for Energy Applications, 2nd Edition

Dear Colleagues,

At present, the topic of energy represents a real emergency for humankind, and therefore must be considered a priority in scientific research. The natural resources of energy are not inexhaustible, and the use of those more immediately accessible (i.e., fossil fuels) is not free of drawbacks such as environmental pollution. Energy is required in any industrial/domestic technology, and, consequently, finding a solution for these energy needs is a matter of universal relevance. Material science plays a key role in this process of renewing the type of energy resources we can exploit. The direct transformation of matter to energy, since it is based on a chemical reaction, inevitably produces byproducts, and therefore always has a high environmental impact. Conversely, the energy transduction (i.e., transformation from one form to another one) is based exclusively on physical phenomena, meaning it does not generate chemical byproducts and could be a technological solution worth studying. Advanced materials surely have a strategic role in this energy transition process. Physical phenomena always occur at interfaces between different solid phases. Interfaces have a key role because their extension only amplifies the physical phenomenon. Finally, surfaces, interfaces, coatings, and thin films will have a significant role in this energy transition. For these reasons, we propose a Special Issue highlighting the overlap among energy-related issues, surface science/technology, and nanostructuration

Dr. Gianfranco Carotenuto
Guest Editor

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