Advanced Nanomaterials for Energy Storage Devices, 2nd Edition
A special issue of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049). This special issue belongs to the section "Inorganic Chemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2026
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Interests: metal oxide nanomaterials; hybrid metal sulfides nanomaterials; biosensors; energy devices; characterization of nanomaterials; electrochemistry
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Dear Colleagues,
We are pleased to announce the second edition of the Special Issue "Advanced Nanomaterials for Energy Storage Devices" of Molecules. Following the success of the first edition, this Special Issue also focuses on innovative research in the design, synthesis, and application of nanomaterials in energy storage technologies.
Recent research developments in nanoscience and nanotechnology have realized plenty of nanomaterials in energy storage systems (ESSs) and technologies. The rapid growth of portable electronics and electric vehicles have propelled the development of ESS devices such as lithium-ion batteries and supercapacitors. Electrochemical energy storage (EES) technology is also of critical importance for portable electronics, transportation, and large-scale energy storage systems that are emerging as primary power sources for global energy dependence due to their high energy or power densities, portability, and long life cycle. Research on nanomaterials is rising to an unprecedented height due to their unique characteristics with application in the energy sector. The structural modification of nanomaterials and their engineering into designed architectures can enhance the performance of ESSs. Several carbon nanomaterials (viz., fullerenes, carbon nanotubes, graphene, and their assemblies), layered transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs), porous 1D nanomaterials, 2D transition metal carbides/nitride (MXene) nanomaterials, metal–organic frameworks (MOFs), etc., have significantly impacted energy storage systems. Further, with a rise in thermal energy consumption, the development of thermal energy storage systems can also significantly benefit society. In this regard, phase change nanomaterials (PCNMs) have demonstrated potential in the storage and conversion of solar thermal energy.
This Special Issue invites the submission of original research, short communications, and review articles focusing on current state-of-the-art nanomaterials that are used in energy devices and technology. Manuscripts providing new insights on nanomaterials for energy conversion and storage are welcome. The Special Issue will essentially provide a platform for energy researchers to showcase their work in emerging areas, such as solar energy conversion; energy storage including batteries, flow batteries, and supercapacitors; catalysis for energy technologies; fuel cells; hydrogen production, storage, and distribution; the utilization of carbon dioxide; and other sustainable energy conversion technologies.
Dr. Sudeshna Chandra
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- electrochemical energy storage
- carbon nanomaterials
- layered transition metal dichalcogenides
- porous 1D nanomaterials
- 2D transition metal carbides/nitride (MXene) nanomaterials
- energy conversion and storage
- fuel cells
- batteries
- flow batteries
- supercapacitors
- hydrogen production
- storage and distribution
- utilization of carbon dioxide
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