Nanomaterials for Advanced Batteries: Alkali Metal Ion Batteries, Aqueous Batteries, and Metal Batteries
A special issue of Nanomaterials (ISSN 2079-4991). This special issue belongs to the section "Energy and Catalysis".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2025 | Viewed by 2
Special Issue Editors
Interests: electrode materials for batteries; DFT calculations in energy conversion and storage materials
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The intersection of energy storage and conversion technologies with nanomaterials represents one of the most compelling frontiers in modern materials science. As global demand for sustainable energy solutions intensifies, the development of high-performance electrochemical energy storage systems has become increasingly important. This Special Issue titled "Nanomaterials for Advanced Batteries: Alkali Metal Ion Batteries, Aqueous Batteries, and Metal Batteries" aims to highlight the current direction of innovation across various battery platforms.
This topic is highly relevant given the rapid advancements in this field. This Special Issue encompasses a broad range of battery technologies, including but not limited to the following:
- Lithium-ion Batteries: Exploring new materials, electrode designs, and electrolyte formulations to enhance performance and safety.
- Sodium-ion Batteries: Focusing on the development of high-performance cathodes, anodes, and electrolytes for sustainable energy storage.
- Aqueous Batteries: Investigating the potential of water-based electrolytes for cost-effective and environmentally friendly battery systems.
- Metal Batteries: Including the study of lithium-metal, sodium-metal, and other metal-based batteries, with an emphasis on overcoming challenges related to dendrite formation and cycling stability.
The field of energy storage is undergoing a period of unprecedented innovation, driven by the urgent need for cleaner and more efficient energy systems. This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of recent breakthroughs in battery technologies, emphasizing the crucial role of nanomaterials in advancing energy storage capabilities. Featuring contributions from leading experts in the field, this Special Issue will serve as a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, and policymakers involved in the development of next-generation energy storage solutions.
Dr. Shaonan Gu
Dr. Jiangqi Zhou
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- lithium-ion batteries
- sodium-ion batteries
- potassium-ion battery
- lithium-sulfur batteries
- aqueous batteries
- metal batteries
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