Overview

Microbial Fuel Cells (MFCs) are a transformative technology for simultaneous treatment of wastewater and producing sustainable power. However, their large-scale commercial viability is currently hindered by low power densities and the high cost of electrode materials. To achieve effective Extracellular Electron Transfer (EET) and long-term stability, the interface between the electroactive biofilm and the electrode continues to be a critical bottleneck.

This Special Issue aims to compile state-of-the-art studies and in-depth analyses centred on the design, synthesis, and use of novel electrode materials. We seek contributions that push the boundaries of conventional carbon scaffolds toward biocompatible, catalytically active, and high-surface-area structures.

Scope of Interest

We invite original research articles, comprehensive reviews and short communications on topics including, but not limited to:

• Advanced Anode Design: Development of 3D-printed scaffolds, graphene/CNT composites, and nitrogen-doped carbon materials to enhance microbial adhesion.
• Sustainable Cathode Catalysts: Investigation of non-precious metal catalysts (MOFs, transition metal oxides) and biomass-derived carbons to replace Platinum.
• Bio-Interface Engineering: Strategies to reduce charge transfer resistance and promote faster EET kinetics.
• Biocathode Innovations: Using algae or specific bacterial strains for carbon fixation and nutrient recovery.
• Durability & Scaling: Studies on electrode fouling, corrosion resistance, and the economic life-cycle assessment of nanomaterials in large-scale MFCs.
• Hybrid Systems: Material integration for MFC-based biosensors, desalination cells, and electrolysis cells.

Academic Editors

Prof. Makarand Madhao Ghangrekar, National Institute of Technology Puducherry, Karaikal, India.
Prof. Sam Adeloju, School of Chemistry, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria 3800, Australia.

Editorial Process

• When submitting your manuscript, please select the relevant Special Issue title during the submission process.
• All manuscripts will undergo peer review in accordance with the journal’s established policies and procedures. Final acceptance will be based on the peer-review reports and the evaluation of the Academic Editors and the Editor-in-Chief. Decisions will be made by the Editor-in-Chief or Academic Editors who have no conflicts of interest with any of the authors.

For inquiries regarding the suitability of a topic, please contact the Academic Editors at ghangrekar@civil.iitkgp.ac.in and Sam.Adeloju@monash.edu.

Submission Guidelines

All manuscripts will undergo a rigorous peer-review process. Authors should submit their work via the Bioelectrochemical Systems and Application online submission portal: 
https://sciflux.org/authors/submissions/add-submissions?journalCode=1909189179490525186, selecting the Special Issue title from the dropdown menu. There is no Article Processing Charge (APC) for papers published in this special issue.