Honoring Prof. Yong Ho Choa: Innovations in Energy and Environmental Sustainability in South Korea

Materials science and chemical engineering are crucial for achieving energy and environmental sustainability and combating climate change. South Korea has played a significant role in advancing technologies to meet these needs. Notably, Prof. Yongho Choa from Hanyang University has shown remarkable dedication to these fields. His pioneering research in nanomaterials and nanocomposites, including ceramic nanocomposites and carbon nanotubes, has significantly impacted the field. This collection of articles is dedicated to his achievements and showcases the latest developments in energy and environmental systems in South Korea.

Contributions will focus on advancements in concepts, materials, and designs of various systems including:
• Electrodeposition of functional materials (e.g., magnetic materials and semiconductors)
• Fuel Cell
• Electrocatalysis
• Battery
• Sensor Technology
• Thermal Management
• Nanoengineered Materials Synthesis and Characterization

Article types and fees

This Research Topic accepts the following article types, unless otherwise specified in the Research Topic description:

• Editorial
• FAIR² Data
• Mini Review
• Original Research
• Perspective
• Review

Articles that are accepted for publication by our external editors following rigorous peer review incur a publishing fee charged to Authors, institutions, or funders.

Article types

This Research Topic accepts the following article types, unless otherwise specified in the Research Topic description:

• Editorial
• FAIR² Data
• Mini Review
• Original Research
• Perspective
• Review

Important note: All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.