Advanced Carbon Electrode Materials: Modification, Characterization, and Applications
A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944). This special issue belongs to the section "Carbon Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 November 2025 | Viewed by 43
Special Issue Editors
Interests: electrosorption; electro-assisted adsorption; capacitive deionization; phosphate removal; desalination
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Carbon-based electrode materials have garnered significant attention due to their unique combination of properties, such as high electrical conductivity, large surface area, tunable pore structure, and excellent chemical stability. These materials are essential in addressing both environmental and energy challenges. In the environmental domain, they play a crucial role in electrochemical processes like electrosorption, capacitive deionization, electro-Fenton reactions, and electrocatalysis for wastewater treatment. These applications capitalize on the materials’ ability to efficiently adsorb ions and catalyze reactions, offering sustainable solutions to pressing environmental issues. In the energy sector, carbon-based electrodes are integral to technologies such as supercapacitors, lithium-ion batteries, and electrocatalysis, where their performance is continuously enhanced through doping, functionalization, and nanostructuring. Advanced characterization techniques provide deeper insights into the structure–property relationships of these materials. This Special Issue aims to highlight the latest advancements and challenges in the development and application of carbon electrode materials, with a focus on their critical role in both environmental and energy-related solutions.
This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest research on advanced carbon electrode materials, focusing on their modification, characterization, and applications in both environmental and energy-related fields. The journal Materials is dedicated to publishing high-quality research on the development and application of innovative materials across various scientific and engineering disciplines. This Special Issue aligns perfectly with the journal’s scope by highlighting cutting-edge advancements in carbon-based materials, which are at the forefront of materials science research. By addressing the modification and characterization of carbon materials, we aim to contribute to the broader understanding of material properties and their practical implications. The subject matter of this Special Issue is neither too broad nor too narrow, ensuring a focused yet comprehensive exploration of the topic.
In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. Research areas may include (but not limited to) the following:
- Modification of Carbon Electrode Materials
Doping and functionalization techniques to enhance performance.
Nanostructuring and composite formation for improved properties.
Surface modification and its impact on electrochemical behavior.
- Characterization Techniques
Advanced microscopy and spectroscopy methods for detailed structural analysis.
Surface area and porosity measurements.
Electrochemical characterization methods.
- Environmental Applications
Electrosorption for pollutant removal and environmental remediation.
Capacitive deionization for water desalination and purification.
Electro-Fenton processes for wastewater treatment.
- Energy Applications
Supercapacitors and their performance optimization.
Lithium-ion batteries and other energy storage devices.
Electrocatalysis in fuel cells and renewable energy systems.
- Interdisciplinary Approaches
Theoretical and computational studies on structure–property relationships.
Life cycle assessments and sustainable synthesis methods.
Comparative studies and reviews on the performance of different carbon-based materials.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Peng Zhang
Prof. Dr. Kexun Li
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- carbon materials
- porous carbon
- actived carbon
- carbon nanotubes
- graphene
- MOF-derived cabron
- electrochemistry
- electrosorption
- electrocatalysis
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