Call for Papers

Emerging Advanced Functional Materials for Solar Energy Applications

Solar energy is one of the most abundant and cleanest renewable energy sources available, playing a pivotal role in addressing the global energy crisis and mitigating climate change. As the demand for sustainable energy solutions grows, harnessing solar energy effectively has become a pressing challenge. Advanced functional materials design is crucial for improving the efficiency and efficacy of solar energy conversion and utilization, opening pathways for innovative energy generation and environmental remediation applications.

Recent advancements in materials science have enabled the development of novel materials that enhance the absorption of solar radiation and facilitate efficient energy conversion processes. For instance, the design of photonic and plasmonic materials can significantly improve light harvesting, while the engineering of nanostructured semiconductors enhances charge separation and transport. Furthermore, advanced functional materials such as perovskites, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and Covalent Organic Frameworks (COF) nanomaterials have demonstrated remarkable solar energy conversion potential.

This special issue aims to showcase cutting-edge research on emerging advanced materials that enable solar energy utilization, focusing on both energy conversion and environmental remediation applications. We invite contributions that highlight innovative materials designs, experimental methodologies, and theoretical insights that drive the field forward. By fostering a dialogue among researchers, this issue seeks to catalyze advancements in harnessing solar energy and addressing global sustainability challenges.

Objectives of the Special Issue:

1. Explore the latest advancements in advanced materials used for solar energy utilization.
2. Investigate the construction of multicomponent materials to enhance overall efficiency.
3. Showcase cutting-edge research that leverages advanced materials to simultaneously harness and capture multiple energy sources for improved solar energy conversion.

Keywords: Advanced materials design; Semiconductor; Composite materials; Solar energy; Photocatalysis; Photoelectrocatalysis; Environmental remediation

Guest editors:

Dr. Alain R. Puente-Santiago
Florida International University (FIU)
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
Miami, FL, USA.
Email: [email protected]; [email protected]

Prof. Bo Weng
Institute of Urban Environment, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China
Email: [email protected]

Prof. Edison Huixiang Ang
Natural Sciences and Science Education
National Institute of Education
Nanyang Technological University
Singapore 637616, Singapore
Email: [email protected]

Dr. Ning Han
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
University of Toronto
35 St George Street, Toronto
Ontario M5S 1A4, Canada
Email: [email protected]

Prof. Urska Lavrencic Stangar
Faculty of Chemistry and Chemical Technology
University of Ljubljana
Večna pot 113
1000 Ljubljana
Email: [email protected]

Timeline:

Call for Papers: 15/12/2024
Submission Deadline: 15/12/2025

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