Advances in Carbon Gels: From Synthesis to Electrochemical and (Bio)analytical Applications
A special issue of Gels (ISSN 2310-2861). This special issue belongs to the section "Gel Processing and Engineering".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 November 2024 | Viewed by 912
Special Issue Editors
Interests: electrochemistry; electroanalysis; wearable sensors; nanomaterials
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Interests: adsorption; kinetics; catalyst characterization; catalyst synthesis; material characterization; nanomaterials
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Carbon gels are attractive three-dimensional structures that can confine small molecules within the cavities of their porous framework, as well as exhibit remarkable electrical conductivity. The mostly mesoporous nature of their porous texture enables specific advantages of the carbon gels when compared to other carbonaceous materials. Typically formed via the carbonization of a previously assembled polymeric network in the presence or absence of templates, these carbon gels possess unique properties, such as low density, high surface area, excellent electrical conductivity, and fast diffusion capability for the confined molecules, among others. However, the synthesis of carbon gels often involves complex, time-consuming, and energy-intensive processes, which can hinder their scalability and competitiveness within the industrial field. Advances in terms of fabrication performance, such as the combination with metallic or carbon-based additives, the doping of the micro- or nano-structure with heteroatoms, or the implementation of technologically sophisticated processes, have enabled the application of carbon gels in a wide scope of disciplines, such as energy conversion and storage, environmental remediation, and electroanalysis via piezoelectric, optical, and electrochemical sensors.
This Special Issue, entitled “Advances in Carbon Gels: From Synthesis to Electrochemical and (Bio)analytical Applications”, aims to highlight recent developments in the synthesis, characterization, and applicability of carbon gels through the use of innovative approaches. Original research articles, reviews, letters, and mini reviews covering these topics or similar topics are welcome.
Dr. Ana Casanova
Dr. Sébastien Schaefer
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- carbon gels
- novel synthesis approaches
- electrochemical applications
- electroanalysis applications
