Kogakuin University (Japan) and the Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad (India) have initiated a collaborative research framework to advance the development and fundamental understanding of next-generation multifunctional glass-ceramic materials for energy-related applications.
The collaboration brings together Prof. Toshinori Okura and Santosh Miryala from Kogakuin University with Prof. Kaushal Kumar from IIT (ISM) Dhanbad. The joint research will focus on Narpsio-V materials (commonly referred as sodium-ion superionic conductors). It is indeed a promising family of glass-ceramic materials that exhibit high ionic conductivity and excellent chemical stability.
These ceramic materials are attracting increasing attention for their potential use in next-generation energy storage and conversion technologies and notable examples include solid-state sodium-ion batteries and other electrochemical devices. Through this partnership, the researchers from Kogakuin University and IIT (ISM) Dhanbad aim to deepen the understanding of the structural, microstructural, and ionic transport characteristics of Narpsio materials while exploring strategies to optimize their performance.
The collaboration combines expertise from both institutions in advanced materials synthesis and state-of-the-art characterization techniques. By integrating experimental investigations across multiple length scales, the researchers from Kogakuin University and IIT (ISM) Dhanbad seek to establish clear structure-property relationships that govern ionic conductivity, phase evolution, and functional performance in these glass-ceramic systems.
"N arpsio glass-ceramic materials offer tremendous potential for next-generation energy storage because of their exceptional sodium-ion conductivity and versatility. Through this collaboration, we aim to deepen our understanding of these materials and accelerate the development of advanced solid electrolytes that can contribute to safer, more sustainable sodium-ion battery technologies", said Prof. Toshinori Okura.
"This academic collaboration represents more than a joint research project as it reflects the growing scientific partnership between Japan and India. By bringing together leading expertise in glass-ceramics from both institutions, we hope to strengthen bilateral cooperation in science and technology while advancing research that addresses global challenges in sustainable energy through the development of advanced glass-ceramic materials. We believe this partnership will lay the foundation for long-term academic exchange and future collaborative innovation”, said Santosh Miryala.
“This collaboration will create a strong platform for developing next-generation multifunctional glass materials by leveraging the complementary expertise of both research groups. It is also expected to open new avenues for collaborative research, academic exchange, and long-term cooperation between the two institutions," said Prof. Kaushal Kumar.
As a result, it is anticipated that this joint effort will generate new scientific insights, high-impact publications, and a strong foundation for future international research initiatives in advanced functional materials. The collaborative research initiative marks an important step toward developing innovative glass-ceramic materials that address emerging challenges in clean energy technologies while reinforcing international cooperation in materials science.