Advanced Membrane Design for Hydrogen Technologies
A special issue of Membranes (ISSN 2077-0375). This special issue belongs to the section "Membrane Applications for Energy".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 March 2026 | Viewed by 2
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The global transition to a hydrogen-based energy system demands the development of high-performance, durable, and cost-effective membranes for a range of applications, including proton-exchange membrane fuel cells, electrolysers, and hydrogen purification systems. This Special Issue aims to showcase the latest advancements in membrane materials, architectures, and processing strategies that directly impact the efficiency and stability of hydrogen energy technologies. We invite contributions on the development of PFSA-free membranes, thermally and chemically stable materials, and functionalized nanomaterials. Submissions that incorporate advanced characterization techniques—synchrotron imaging, in situ spectroscopy, and tomography— are especially encouraged, as are studies employing multiphysics modeling to investigate membrane degradation mechanisms and guide interventional design. Topics may also include scalable fabrication approaches (e.g., spray coating, electrospinning, 3D printing) and the use of AI-assisted optimization methods for material and process development. By bringing together experimental and computational insights, this Special Issue aims to support the rational design and accelerated deployment of next-generation membranes for the hydrogen economy.
Dr. Jianuo Chen
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- hydrogen energy
- proton-exchange membranes
- electrolysis
- fuel cells
- membrane durability
- nanostructured membranes
- PFSA-free membranes
- in situ characterization
- multiphysics modeling
- scalable fabrication
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