Advancements and Innovations in Hydrogen Energy
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Energy Science and Technology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 February 2025 | Viewed by 170
Special Issue Editor
Interests: hydrogen production; hydrogen storage and transportation; artificial intelligence and machine learning in hydrogen energy; hydrogen applications and integration
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We are pleased to announce a Special Issue on "Advancements and Innovations in Hydrogen Energy" in the open access journal Applied Sciences. This Special Issue aims to bring together cutting-edge research and innovative developments in the field of hydrogen energy, showcasing the latest advancements and their potential applications.
Hydrogen energy represents a pivotal area of research and development in the quest for sustainable and renewable energy sources. With the growing urgency to reduce carbon emissions and transition to cleaner energy systems, hydrogen has emerged as a key player due to its high energy content and environmentally friendly properties. This Special Issue seeks to explore the full spectrum of hydrogen energy research, from production and storage to distribution and utilization.
Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:
- Advanced methods for hydrogen production, including electrolysis, thermolysis, and photolysis.;
- Innovative hydrogen storage solutions, such as solid-state storage, liquid hydrogen, and advanced materials;
- Hydrogen fuel cells and their applications in transportation, stationary power, and portable devices;
- Integration of hydrogen energy systems with renewable energy sources;
- Advances in hydrogen infrastructure, including distribution networks and refueling stations;
- Emerging technologies and materials for hydrogen energy;
- Applications of AI and machine learning for optimizing hydrogen production processes and systems;
- Predictive analytics for demand forecasting and supply chain management in hydrogen networks;
- Use of AI in modeling and simulation of hydrogen energy systems.
We invite researchers, scholars, and industry experts to contribute original research articles, reviews, and case studies that address these and related topics. Your contributions will help drive forward the understanding and application of hydrogen energy technologies, fostering a more sustainable and energy-efficient future.
Sincerely,
Dr. Somtochukwu Godfrey Nnabuife
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- hydrogen production
- hydrogen storage
- fuel cells
- renewable energy integration
- hydrogen infrastructure
- sustainable energy
- advanced materials
- environmental impact
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