Electrodialysis and Reverse Electrodialysis in Ion-Exchange Membrane Systems
A special issue of Membranes (ISSN 2077-0375). This special issue belongs to the section "Membrane Applications for Energy".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2026 | Viewed by 9
Special Issue Editor
Interests: electromembrane processes; numerical simulation; ion-exchange membranes; electrochemical impedance; renewable energy storage; reverse electrodialysis; electrodiffusion processes; Bayesian optimization algorithm
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Electrodialysis (ED) and reverse electrodialysis (RED) are electro-membrane processes that play pivotal roles in desalination, wastewater treatment, and energy harvesting from salinity gradients. The increasing global demand for freshwater and renewable energy continues to drive innovation and accelerate advancements in these technologies. While ED is a well-established technique, current research is increasingly focusing on boosting its sustainability by aligning with circular economy principles through membrane recycling and system miniaturization. RED, as an emerging technique, offers exciting potential for low-carbon energy generation, particularly when coupled with bioelectrochemical or hybrid technologies.
This Special Issue, “Electrodialysis and Reverse Electrodialysis in Ion-Exchange Membrane Systems,” aims to expand our understanding of conventional ED and RED applications by highlighting new challenges and interdisciplinary breakthroughs. We invite original contributions exploring hybrid configurations such as ED-RO, RED-FO, and RED-MFC, bioelectrochemical integrations, membrane lifecycle management, strategies for membrane durability and recyclability, and system optimization under dynamic or low-grade energy conditions. We particularly encourage submissions that include techno-economic evaluations, integration into circular water–energy frameworks, and the development of advanced membrane materials for ED/RED applications.
Grounded in innovation and sustainability, this Special Issue will present a fresh perspective on ED and RED, aiming to engage a wide scientific audience. Contributions should highlight original methodologies, tackle key environmental or operational challenges, and convey a clear editorial vision for advancing low-carbon, resource-efficient membrane technologies.
We look forward to your valuable contributions to this Special Issue.
Prof. Dr. Antonio A. Moya
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- ion-exchange membrane systems
- electrodialysis
- reverse electrodialysis
- electro-membrane processes
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