Carbon Nanocomposites for Energy
A special issue of Nanomaterials (ISSN 2079-4991). This special issue belongs to the section "Energy and Catalysis".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 May 2026 | Viewed by 595
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Interests: polymer nanocomposites; fuel cell core components; functional materials; biomedical materials
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In the quest for sustainable and efficient energy solutions, carbon nanocomposites have emerged as a promising frontier. This Special Issue, titled "Carbon Nanocomposites for Energy", aims to highlight the latest advancements and breakthroughs in the development and application of carbon nanocomposites within the energy sector. Carbon nanomaterials, such as carbon nanotubes and graphene, possess remarkable mechanical strength, electrical conductivity, and thermal stability. When combined with other materials to form nanocomposites, these properties can be synergistically enhanced, leading to innovative materials with tailored characteristics for various energy-related applications. From energy storage systems like batteries and supercapacitors to energy conversion devices such as fuel cells and photovoltaics, carbon nanocomposites are playing a pivotal role in improving performance, efficiency, and durability.
This Special Issue will bring together contributions from leading researchers and experts in the field, showcasing cutting-edge research on the synthesis, characterization, and application of carbon nanocomposites for energy. We invite submissions that explore novel synthesis methods for carbon nanocomposites, detailed studies on their microstructures and properties, and practical demonstrations of their use in energy devices. The goal is to provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of the art, identify key challenges, and outline future directions for the development of carbon nanocomposites in the energy domain. By fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing among researchers, we hope to accelerate the translation of these promising materials from the laboratory to real-world energy applications.
We believe that the insights and findings presented in this Special Issue will significantly contribute to the ongoing efforts to address global energy challenges. Carbon nanocomposites have the potential to revolutionize energy technologies, making them more efficient, sustainable, and accessible. As Guest Editors, we are excited to curate this collection of high-quality research or review manuscripts and look forward to the innovative ideas and solutions that will be shared. We extend our sincere thanks to all the authors, reviewers, and readers who will be part of this Special Issue, and we eagerly anticipate the impact that this research will have on the future of energy.
Prof. Dr. Yong Liu
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- carbon nanocomposites
- energy storage
- graphene
- carbon nanotubes
- batteries
- supercapacitors
- energy conversion
- electrochemical performance
- sustainability
- renewable energy
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