Cover Picture: ZnO-gCN Coated Separator for Modulating the Solid-Electrolyte Interphase on Lithium Metal Anodes (Batteries & Supercaps 7/2025)

Abstract

The Front Cover illustrates the impact of polypropylene separator modification on the ion flux, dendritic growth, and solid–electrolyte interphase composition. The findings show that by engineering the separator, its intrinsic properties, such as ionic conductivity, electrolyte uptake, and diffusion kinetics, can be modulated to improve the interfacial stability of the metal anode/electrolyte interphase. All of this promotes nucleation, reduces dendritic growth, and contributes to improved electrochemical performance. More information can be found in the Research Article by Rosy and co-workers (DOI: 10.1002/batt.202500128).