New Advances in Deep Eutectic Solvents, 2nd Edition
A special issue of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049). This special issue belongs to the section "Green Chemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2025 | Viewed by 1114
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Interests: molecular dynamics simulations; density functional theory; ionic liquids; deep eutectic solvents; electric double layer; interface; electrolyte; energy storage
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Dear Colleagues,
In recent years, deep eutectic solvents (DESs) have gained significant attention from both academic and industrial communities. This is of no surprise, as DESs are a promising class of solvents with unique properties and potential applications in various fields. DESs are formed by combining two or more components in a specific ratio to create a eutectic mixture that remains liquid at or near room temperature, which makes them suitable for use as solvents for chemical reactions, separations, extractions, biotechnology, and the synthesis of nanoparticles, biomaterials, and pharmaceuticals.
Attractive properties of DESs, such as low volatility, high thermal stability, and high conductivity, means they can be used as potential electrolytes in energy storage devices, such as batteries and supercapacitors. Recent research has focused on optimizing the properties of DES-based electrolytes to improve the performance and stability of these devices.
Besides that, DESs can be considered “green” substances, as long as they are derived from natural compounds such as sugars, amino acids, and choline chloride. There are reports of DESs showing promise as sustainable alternatives to traditional solvents, as they are biodegradable, non-toxic, and renewable. Thus, they can be used in the extraction and purification of bioactive compounds from natural sources, such as plants and fungi. DESs have been found to effectively extract a wide range of compounds, including flavonoids, alkaloids, and terpenoids. DES-based drug delivery systems also seem to be promising.
Overall, the use of DESs in various fields is an active area of research, and new advances are being made all the time. The unique properties of DESs make them promising candidates for a wide range of applications, and their potential as sustainable and green solvents is particularly exciting.
The topics covered in this Special Issue represent recent findings in the synthesis of new DESs, theirs properties, and application in different fields. Both review and original research articles are welcomed, highlighting the latest developments and future challenges in this rapidly growing field.
Dr. Iuliia V. Voroshylova
Guest Editor
Dr. Elisabete Ferreira
Guest Editor Assistant
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Keywords
- green chemistry
- natural compounds
- sustainable processes
- solvents
- electrolytes
- extraction
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