Synthesis and Characterization of Nanostructural Electrode Materials

A special issue of Crystals (ISSN 2073-4352). This special issue belongs to the section "Materials for Energy Applications".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 26 August 2024 | Viewed by 4541

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Inorganic Chemistry Department, National Research Centre, Behoes Street, Dokki, P. O. Box 12622, Giza, Cairo, Egypt
Interests: rechargeable batteries; electrode materials; nanotechnology; green chemistry; inorganic synthesis

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Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA
Interests: renewable energy; battery; fuel cell; hydrogen; in situ characterization; nanotechnology
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Dear Colleagues,

A high-efficiency, long-lasting, and high-specific-capacity rechargeable lithium-ion battery (LIB) is essential in our modern world, dominated by mobile communications, portable electronics, and electric vehicles. This Special Issue primarily focuses on the synthesis and characterization of nanostructural electrode materials suitable for such batteries. Implementing these materials can lead to batteries with higher energy densities, enabling smaller battery packs to deliver the same power. Nanosized materials are increasingly vital for electrochemical energy storage, and nanotechnology holds promise for enhancing lithium battery performance. Using nanosized solid-state materials not only boosts the power density but also streamlines Li-ion insertion/extraction from the storage materials, thereby improving the battery's cycle life.

Prof. Dr. Ahmed M.A. Hashem
Prof. Dr. Likun Zhu
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Keywords

  • metal–ion batteries
  • cathode materials
  • anode materials
  • synthesis of electrode materials
  • characterization of electrode materials
  • storage materials
  • nanotechnology and rechargeable batteries

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Green Synthesis of Nanoparticles and Their Energy Storage, Environmental, and Biomedical Applications
by Hanaa M. Abuzeid, Christian M. Julien, Likun Zhu and Ahmed M. Hashem
Crystals 2023, 13(11), 1576; https://doi.org/10.3390/cryst13111576 - 08 Nov 2023
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Green synthesis offers a superior alternative to traditional methods for producing metal and metal oxide nanoparticles. This approach is not only benign and safe but also cost-effective, scalable, and straightforward, operating under ambient conditions. Notable metals and metal oxide nanoparticles, such as manganese [...] Read more.
Green synthesis offers a superior alternative to traditional methods for producing metal and metal oxide nanoparticles. This approach is not only benign and safe but also cost-effective, scalable, and straightforward, operating under ambient conditions. Notable metals and metal oxide nanoparticles, such as manganese oxides, iron oxides, silver, and gold, have been produced using various bio-reductants derived from plant extracts. These biological agents not only expedite the reduction process but also stabilize the nanoparticles, serving dual roles as reducing and capping agents. This review presents the green synthesis of nanoparticles (NPs) obtained from biogenic wastes and plant extracts. The green-synthesized nanostructured MnO2 nanoparticles are evaluated as a potential photocatalyst for water treatment and as an electrode material in lithium-ion batteries and supercapacitors. The green-derived iron oxide nanoparticles are examined as promising antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-diabetic agents. Additionally, this review discusses the green synthesis of precious metal nanoparticles, specifically silver (Ag NPs) and gold (Au NPs), highlighting their potential medical applications in areas like antiviral treatments and cancer therapy. Full article
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