Functional Carbon Materials and Nano-Interface Modification
A special issue of Nanomaterials (ISSN 2079-4991). This special issue belongs to the section "Synthesis, Interfaces and Nanostructures".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (15 December 2024) | Viewed by 4284
Special Issue Editors
Interests: amorphous carbon materials; diamond-like carbon films; energy storage materials
Interests: energy materials; structure-function materials; XAS
Interests: energy storage; zinc-based batteries; electrochemical processes
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Functional carbon materials, such as diamond, graphene, carbon nanotubes, diamond-like carbon, nano-porous carbon, hard caron, etc., play a crucial role in enhancing the performance of energy storage, photoelectrocatalysis, and micro-electro-mechanical system (MEMS) devices. Their incorporation into electrodes can improve the charge storage capacity, cycle life, and overall efficiency of these devices. Additionally, functional carbon materials have demonstrated their potential as catalysts of energy conversion processes, including in fuel cells, water splitting, and carbon dioxide reduction. Their high surface area, tunable surface chemistry, and efficient charge transport properties enable efficient electrochemical reactions.
Nano-interface modification techniques further enhance the energy-related properties of carbon materials. By modifying the interfaces between nanomaterials and electrolytes or other components, researchers can improve the electrochemical stability, ion transport kinetics, and interfacial charge transfer of devices, enhancing their performance.
Functional carbon nanomaterials and nano-interface modifications hold great promise for revolutionizing energy applications. Their unique properties and tailored interfaces provide opportunities for the development of high-performance energy devices that can address the rising global energy demand while minimizing our environmental impact. Continued research in this area will undoubtedly pave the way for innovative solutions and accelerate the transition towards a sustainable energy future.
This Special Issue will explore the applications of functional carbon materials and nano-interface modifications, focusing specifically on the realm of energy and catalysis. Original research papers and comprehensive reviews are invited for submission.
Dr. Xiaolong Zhou
Dr. Pinit Kidkhunthod
Dr. Soorathep Kheawhom
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- carbon materials
- interface engineering
- electrode materials
- photoelectrocatalysis
- energy storage
- energy conversion
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