Electrochemistry (ELC)

Section Information

Electrochemistry studies chemical processes that involve electron transfer, including reactions at electrodes, ion transport, and the behavior of charged species in solution and solid materials. It underpins technologies such as batteries, fuel cells, corrosion control, sensors, and electrochemical synthesis.

Modern electrochemistry uses advanced instrumentation, spectroscopy, microscopy, and computational modeling to understand interfacial phenomena, reaction mechanisms, charge storage, and electrocatalysis. These tools support the design of efficient energy systems, improved materials, and sustainable chemical processes.

This section will publish research articles, short communications, and reviews on fundamental and applied electrochemistry, covering electrode processes, energy conversion and storage, electroanalysis, corrosion science, electrocatalysis, materials for electrochemical devices, and emerging electrochemical technologies.

Scope

Fundamentals of Electrochemical Processes
- Thermodynamics and kinetics of electron-transfer reactions
- Electrode potentials, overpotentials, and interfacial structure
- Mass transport, diffusion, and ionic conductivity
- Double-layer phenomena and electrochemical mechanisms
Electrochemical Techniques and Instrumentation
- Voltammetry, amperometry, coulometry, and impedance spectroscopy
- Scanning probe and spectroelectrochemical methods
- Microelectrodes, nanoelectrodes, and advanced setups
- Data analysis, modeling, and automation in electrochemistry
Electrocatalysis and Reaction Engineering
- Catalysts for fuel oxidation, oxygen reduction, and hydrogen evolution
- Electrocatalytic mechanisms and structure–activity relationships
- CO₂ reduction, nitrogen fixation, and green synthesis
- Nanomaterials and surface engineering for improved performance
Batteries, Supercapacitors, and Energy Storage
- Lithium-ion, sodium-ion, solid-state, and emerging batteries
- Electrode materials, electrolytes, and interface stability
- Charge storage mechanisms and capacity fading
- Hybrid systems and next-generation energy storage technologies
Fuel Cells and Energy Conversion
- Proton-exchange, solid oxide, microbial, and other fuel cells
- Electrode design, membranes, and catalytic layers
- Reaction pathways and performance optimization
- System integration and durability studies
Corrosion, Protection, and Surface Processes
- Corrosion mechanisms in metals and alloys
- Passivation, coatings, and corrosion inhibitors
- Electrochemical monitoring and failure analysis
- Environmental effects on corrosion behavior
Electrochemical Sensors and Analytical Applications
- Potentiometric, amperometric, and impedimetric sensors
- Electrochemical biosensors and wearable devices
- Detection of environmental, clinical, and industrial analytes
- Miniaturized, portable, and point-of-care sensing systems
Industrial and Environmental Electrochemistry
- Electrolysis, electroplating, and electrochemical synthesis
- Wastewater treatment and environmental remediation
- Electrochemical reactors and process intensification
- Electrochemical technologies for sustainable manufacturing
Emerging Electrochemical Materials and Technologies
- Ionic liquids, polymer electrolytes, and solid ion conductors
- Hybrid materials, nanostructures, and advanced interfaces
- Redox-flow systems, photoelectrochemistry, and artificial photosynthesis
- Data-driven, machine-learning, and computational electrochemistry