Abstract Sodium-ion batteries (SIBs), as one of the most promising energy storage systems,
have attracted extensive attention due to abundant sodium resource and low cost. Among …

Formation of the solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) on hard carbon electrode significantly
influences the performance of batteries, in terms of cycle performance, calendar life, and …

The relationship between the properties of hard carbon (HC) and its performance as an
anode in sodium-ion batteries (NIBs) is not well understood. To address this issue, five HCs …

Methane pyrolysis is a widely used technique for producing hydrogen and valuable carbon
materials. Among these materials are carbon films, which have a diverse range of properties …

S-doped carbon sheets have been easily prepared by deconstructing the 3D cellular
structure of a fully sustainable and renewable biomass material such as cork through a mild …

Lignin, a natural polymer material, has demonstrated significant potential for advancement
in the field of electrochemical energy storage. The utilization of lignin-derived functional …

The development of hard carbon (HC) electrodes using biobased binders, formulated in
water solvent, is of great interest for Na-ion batteries. Five Na-carboxymethyl cellulose …

Biomass-derived hard carbons acquire great attention due to their abundant sources and
low cost. However, the practical utilization of biomass-derived hard carbon is hindered by …

Sodium‐ion batteries (SIBs) are emerging as promising energy storage technologies,
particularly for grid‐scale applications, due to their low material costs stemming from …

This doctoral thesis presents a novel approach to methane pyrolysis using microwaves for
low-GHG, energy-efficient hydrogen production and the synthesis of valuable carbon …