Symmetry in Electrode Materials: Structure, Properties and Applications
A special issue of Symmetry (ISSN 2073-8994). This special issue belongs to the section "Engineering and Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2026 | Viewed by 26
Special Issue Editors
Interests: coatings; surface treatments; analytical chemistry; electrochemical; electrochemistry; ceramic
Interests: electrochemical impedance spectroscopy; electrochemical systems; reactions mechanisms; modification and kinetic characterization of electrodes
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Symmetry in electrode materials is a central concept that connects the atomic and crystalline structure of devices such as batteries, supercapacitors, and electrochemical cells with their electrochemical properties and functional performance. The symmetry in electrode materials directly determines how they function and how efficient electrochemical devices can be. The relevance of this symmetry can be understood from various levels. Electrode materials with well-defined symmetries or those that are able to tolerate distortions exhibit greater mechanical and chemical stability, which extends the lifespan of batteries and supercapacitors.
Understanding symmetry allows for the rational and predictive design of new materials, overcoming trial-and-error approaches and promoting more efficient, economical, and sustainable solutions. The technological and social impact of these advances span areas such as renewable energy, electric vehicles, and portable devices. Finally, the controlled breaking of symmetry can activate new properties and expand applications, connecting fundamental science with current energy solutions.
This Special Issue is dedicated to understanding the influence of the symmetry of materials for electrodes, studying their design and structure, evaluating of their properties, and propsing new applications. This Special Issue will accept studies focused on the development of new systems, characterization methods, and existing technologies through innovative approaches. Multidisciplinary research is of particular interest. This collection will include works focused on the development of materials, methods, techniques, and applications that are environmentally friendly and have a circular economy approach. We aim to show the connection between the fundamental structure of matter and practical solutions to current energy problems, making the development of more efficient, durable, and sustainable technologies possible.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Julieta Torres-González
Dr. René Antaño-López
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- electrochemical systems
- material characterization
- modelling and computer simulation
- renewable energies
- supercapacitors
- batteries
- electrochemical performance
- stability and lifespan
- rational design of new materials
- optimization through symmetry breaking
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