Synthesis, Mechanism, and Applications of Nanofunctional Materials for Energy Storage
A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944). This special issue belongs to the section "Energy Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 23 April 2026 | Viewed by 8
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
As the world moves toward cleaner and more sustainable energy systems, the design of advanced materials plays a central role. Nanofunctional materials-engineered at the nanoscale to exhibit unique physical, chemical, and electronic properties-offer remarkable opportunities. Their large surface area, tunable structures, and superior catalytic activity make them especially valuable for energy storage and conversion technologies such as batteries, supercapacitors, fuel cells, and water-splitting devices. Alongside synthesis, understanding the underlying mechanisms of how these materials operate is equally important. Insights into electron transfer, ion transport, surface reactions, and degradation pathways can guide smarter material design and accelerate the transition from laboratory studies to real-world applications.
The main objective of this Special Issue, “Synthesis, Mechanism, and Applications of Nanofunctional Materials for Energy Storage”, is to provide a broad and integrative platform for researchers to showcase their most recent advances in this dynamic field. We welcome original research articles and comprehensive review papers that highlight innovative synthesis strategies, mechanistic insights, and practical applications of nanofunctional materials. Contributions that bridge fundamental understanding with real-world implementation, introduce novel methodologies, or provide interdisciplinary perspectives are particularly encouraged.
Dr. Shiva Kumar Arumugasamy
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- nanofunctional materials
- synthesis strategies
- reaction mechanisms
- electrocatalysis and Photocatalysis
- energy storage and conversion devices
- sustainable/green synthesis
- water splitting (HER/OER)
- fuel cells
- batteries & supercapacitors
- in situ/operando characterization
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