Researchers develop ultra-sodiophilic mixed conductor interphase that allows for uniform top deposition in quasi-solid-state sodium-metal batteries, overcoming limitations of traditional artificial solid electrolyte interphases. This breakthrough enables long-lasting and high-performance batteries with enhanced safety and energy density.
SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalNano-Micro Letters·TypeNews article·DateAug 13, 2026
Researchers developed a hydrated network interphase with dynamic negatively charged microregions, overcoming limitations of conventional stabilization methods. The HNI strategy achieves triple synergistic regulation of Zn deposition, leading to improved cycling stability and high-performance energy storage systems.
SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalNano-Micro Letters·TypeNews article·DateAug 13, 2026
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Researchers at Graz University of Technology developed design guidelines for batteries in electric vehicles to increase safety, make repairs easier, and improve sustainability. The new designs facilitate recycling and reuse of damaged cells, reducing waste and conserving resources.
SourceGraz University of Technology·JournalSustainable Production and Consumption·TypeNews article·DateAug 13, 2026
Researchers have developed a new Fe–N–C catalyst using molten salts that outperforms commercial platinum in oxygen reduction reaction and zinc–air battery performance. The layered catalyst structure exposes single-atom iron sites, improving surface accessibility and mass transport.
Researchers from KAUST use nuclear magnetic resonance to study liquid battery electrolytes, revealing local environments and dynamic heterogeneity. This framework helps guide the design of more reliable batteries by interpreting electrolyte behavior and guiding the design of better electrodes.
Researchers developed a method to reduce stress and cracking in sodium-ion batteries by tailoring the c-axis dimension of layered oxide cathodes. The optimized cathode retained 96.7% of its capacity after 300 cycles, pointing to a practical design route for more durable sodium-ion battery materials.
Researchers develop a dual-interface coordination orchestration strategy to enable high-energy aqueous zinc-iodine batteries, overcoming challenges in four-electron I chemistry. The approach improves reversibility and stabilizes the Zn electrode, leading to stable cycling and high energy density.
SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateAug 11, 2026
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Alexis Grimaud, a leading researcher in battery materials chemistry, has received the National Science Foundation CAREER Award to support his work on developing new battery materials with improved energy density and scalability. His project aims to explore complex materials that can be used as battery electrode materials.
Researchers discover that manipulating the chiral asymmetry factor of catalysts accelerates sulfur redox reactions, leading to higher capacities, superior rate capability, and remarkable long-term cycling stability in lithium-sulfur batteries.
SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 10, 2026
Researchers discovered that scandium doping and coating improve the durability and performance of sodium-ion batteries by stabilizing the crystal structure and suppressing side reactions. The study found that doping improves bulk stability while coating enhances surface stability, leading to improved capacity retention and long-term cy...
SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalSmall·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 10, 2026
Researchers have developed a transformative silicon nanocomposite anode that overcomes longstanding barriers to practical deployment, achieving simultaneous optimization of electronic conduction, mechanical robustness, and elastic stress recovery. The anode delivers exceptional high-rate performance and outstanding cycling stability, m...
SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalNano-Micro Letters·TypeNews article·DateAug 5, 2026
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A KAIST research team has developed a process that cuts the production time for vanadium redox flow batteries' core material by 67%, overcoming a critical bottleneck to commercialization. This breakthrough could significantly accelerate the development of large-capacity energy storage technology.
SourceThe Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)·JournalAdvanced Energy Materials·DateAug 4, 2026
Researchers develop a comprehensive roadmap for halide-based solid electrolytes, enabling high-performance and scalable energy storage systems. HSEs exhibit exceptional electrochemical stability, wide stability windows, and enhanced air stability, promising applications in Li-ion, Na-ion, and post-lithium chemistries.
SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalNano-Micro Letters·TypeNews article·DateAug 3, 2026
A team from the University of Maryland has developed an open-access database to improve analysis, visualization, experiment design, and AI-driven research in solid-state battery science. The database captures critical data points on materials, components, fabrication methods, and testing conditions.
A new study by Hanyang University ERICA researchers reveals how air exposure can trigger chemical changes in manganese-coated batteries, accelerating degradation. The team proposes a simple solution to suppress defective surface phases and restore stable manganese-oxygen bonding, leading to improved long-term durability.
SourceHanyang University Research Strategy Planning Team·JournalEnergy & Environmental Science·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 28, 2026
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Researchers developed a lean-lithium oxychloride solid electrolyte with high ionic conductivity and tunable properties. The interfacial percolation strategy enabled the creation of a continuous transport network throughout the electrolyte, allowing for efficient lithium-ion migration.
SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 26, 2026
The study introduced an interphase activator strategy that couples both processes through one additive, converting native surface species into a reconstructed interphase and regulating the coordination environment in the polymer phase. The optimized electrolyte delivers high ionic conductivity and stability, making it suitable for soli...
SourceScience China Press·JournalScience Bulletin·DateJul 23, 2026
Researchers developed defect-rich silicon-carbon composite anodes with initial discharge capacities exceeding 6,500 mAh g⁻¹, outperforming conventional silicon-anode expectations. AI-assisted design optimized the formulation, revealing a trade-off between capacity and efficiency.
SourceResearch·JournalResearch·TypeNews article·DateJul 16, 2026
Scientists at Tohoku University identified an optimal lithium concentration that allows for even lithium deposition and a stronger protective layer on the battery's surface. This discovery enables the development of safer, longer-lasting, high-energy-density rechargeable batteries.
SourceTohoku University·JournalACS Electrochemistry·DateJul 16, 2026
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Researchers developed a spider-web-like NBR nanofiber interphase to stabilize zinc metal anodes under extreme current densities. This interphase regulates ion transport, interfacial chemistry, and mechanical deformation, achieving long-life zinc metal batteries with stable cycling and high-power capability.
SourceMaterials Futures·JournalMaterials Futures·DateJul 16, 2026
A new review framework redefines how hard carbon anodes are engineered in sodium-ion batteries. By optimizing each stage of the fabrication chain, researchers achieve improved performance and reduced costs.
SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalNano-Micro Letters·TypeNews article·DateJul 14, 2026
Researchers from Fuzhou University review the potential of Atomic Layer Deposition to regulate interfacial chemistry in zinc-ion batteries, enabling durable high-performance systems. The technique's unique conformality and precision make it suitable for layer-by-layer growth of atomic films on complex battery components.
SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalENGINEERING Energy·TypeNews article·DateJul 14, 2026
Researchers will address the unstable interface between lithium metal anode and solid electrolyte by engineering ultra-thin films to reduce degradation and resistance. The goal is to improve reliability and stability of solid-state batteries for electric vehicles, enabling faster charging and greater energy storage potential.
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A simple protonated organic solvent treatment removes native oxide layers and forms a functional magnesium ethoxide interlayer, preserving the anode's microstructure. This enables uniform stripping and plating, delivering unprecedented cycling stability.
SourceKeAi Communications Co., Ltd.·JournaleScience·DateJul 13, 2026
Researchers from Tohoku University developed a molecularly designed COF-graphene interlayer to mitigate polysulfide shuttling in Li-S batteries. The TUS-44@G layer delivered high reversible capacity, excellent rate capability, and long-term durability.
Masahiro Tatsumisago received the NIMS Award 2026 for his pioneering research on amorphous and metastable crystalline materials with high ionic conductivity. His work has established a unified design principle for high ionic conductivity, laying the foundation for practical applications in all-solid-state batteries.
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Scientists have developed a new type of battery that harnesses ambient moisture to power IoT devices, offering a sustainable alternative to toxic materials. The batteries can be stretched without losing energy density, making them ideal for wearable monitors and medical devices.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 1, 2026
A Korean research team identified surface oxidation occurring during dehydration as the true cause of performance degradation in promising next-generation battery materials. They developed a new liquid-phase bubbling dehydration process that suppresses surface oxidation and improves battery performance.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateJul 1, 2026
Researchers developed a new battery management system that uses everyday charging data to detect when silicon is most vulnerable. This helps guide battery temperature control to protect it. By applying heat when silicon works harder and cooling the battery when graphite takes over, the system aims to extend EV battery life.
SourceUniversity of Michigan·JournalJoule·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 1, 2026
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have developed a safer metal recycling method for the battery industry using renewable biomass, reducing the risk of fire and hazardous substance exposure. The new method performs just as well as conventional processes in extracting important metals.
SourceChalmers University of Technology·JournalRSC Sustainability·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 1, 2026
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Scientists from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering have made significant strides in extracting lithium using an unconventional method. By applying electrochemical intercalation to a solution containing lithium and sodium ions, they were able to isolate 99% pure lithium with a high level of selectivity. T...
SourceUniversity of Chicago·JournalNature Communications·DateJul 1, 2026
A team of UTEP researchers has created a printable gel polymer electrolyte that can be 3D-printed in any shape. The material performed similarly to conventional electrolytes and showed optimal performance at a specific recipe ratio, paving the way for flexible battery design.
SourceUniversity of Texas at El Paso·JournalCommunications Engineering·DateJun 30, 2026
University of Michigan researchers developed a framework to help stakeholders consider economic, environmental, and social trade-offs in EV battery development. The framework aims to balance the needs of various stakeholders, including manufacturers, drivers, and recyclers, to achieve better outcomes for batteries and electric vehicles.
SourceUniversity of Michigan·JournalJournal of Energy Storage·DateJun 29, 2026
Researchers have made significant progress in vanadium flow battery technology, overcoming challenges such as limited stack power density, electrolyte stability issues and high material costs. The team has improved the techno-economic performance and engineering readiness of VFB systems through integrated innovation and collaboration w...
SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalNature Energy·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateJun 24, 2026
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Researchers from the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics have discovered the molecular mechanism behind V(II) precipitation in vanadium electrolytes. By introducing acetonitrile and HCl as co-additives, they created a dual-site solvation engineering strategy that boosts electrolyte stability at low temperatures.
SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateJun 22, 2026
A research team has successfully designed a novel electrolyte for fluoride shuttle batteries, which boasts high electrochemical stability and reversibility. The KBF4-containing electrolyte effectively regulates the fluorination reaction, enabling reversible electrode reactions.
SourceNational Institutes of Natural Sciences·JournalACS Applied Energy Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 21, 2026
Researchers develop a breakthrough electrolyte system using anion-diluent decoupled solvation chemistry, achieving improved battery life, safety, and voltage tolerance. The new electrolyte design enables compact contact ion pairs, delivering intrinsically higher oxidation stability and faster Li+ desolvation kinetics.
SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalNano-Micro Letters·TypeNews article·DateJun 21, 2026
Researchers developed nanotube membranes that enable ultrafast ion transport, opening new pathways for high-efficiency clean energy generation and lithium recovery. The discovery shows boron nitride nanotubes selectively move lithium ions faster than expected, with potential applications in blue energy generation and battery recycling.
SourceUniversity of Illinois Chicago·JournalNature Nanotechnology·DateJun 18, 2026
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A new battery management system developed in the EU project Nemo enables early damage detection and extends service life of electric car batteries. The system uses advanced sensor technology to monitor battery cells and predict aging, reducing the risk of internal short circuits and thermal peaks.
SourceGraz University of Technology·JournalJournal of Power Sources·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 18, 2026
Graphonos Materials, a startup from the University of Pittsburgh, has developed a novel technology to produce battery-quality graphite and hydrogen using molten metal catalysis. This process is more energy-efficient and sustainable than current methods, which require high temperatures and generate significant carbon emissions.
Researchers have presented a comprehensive review on the use of 2D materials to enhance lithium–oxygen battery technology through heterogeneous ORR/OER catalysis. The unique properties of 2D materials overcome traditional limitations, delivering remarkable metrics and enabling reversible Li2O2 formation with minimal overpotential.
SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalNano-Micro Letters·TypeNews article·DateJun 15, 2026
Researchers developed a liquid material that charges like a battery, transforms like a living organism, and resets itself in open air. The material stores power for months and can be recharged, making it useful for adaptive clean renewable systems.
The P/Ce-NC catalyst accelerates Li+ desolvation, unlocking rapid sulfur redox kinetics and unprecedented cycling stability. The dual electronic modulation mechanism enhances interaction between Ce and solvent molecules, weakening the Li+-solvent coordination and reducing the desolvation energy barrier.
SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalNano-Micro Letters·TypeNews article·DateJun 11, 2026
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A new strategy enhances oxygen reduction in zinc-air batteries by fine-tuning an efficient catalyst. The Fe2O3/Sm2O3 heterointerface accelerates ORR kinetics by inducing charge redistribution and orbital hybridization.
SourceAdvanced Institute for Materials Research (AIMR), Tohoku University·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·DateJun 11, 2026
Cassie Duclos, a chemical engineering graduate student at Texas A&M University, has received the National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship. Her project focuses on redox-active polymers and dopants for improved battery performance, aligning with her passion for sustainable energy technologies.
A research team from the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics developed a free-standing ultrathin porous polymeric membrane that offers high selectivity and conductivity. The membrane was tested in a vanadium flow battery and achieved outstanding electrochemical performance, exceeding 80% energy efficiency.
SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalNational Science Review·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateJun 9, 2026
Researchers developed a multifunctional protective layer to overcome limitations of high-capacity, lithium-rich Mn-based oxide (LRMO) materials. The new cathode achieves exceptional fast-charging capability, long-term cycling stability, and high energy density with minimal Sc consumption.
SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalNano-Micro Letters·TypeNews article·DateJun 5, 2026
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A new adaptive charging strategy for lithium-ion batteries reduces battery degradation and improves efficiency. The strategy uses real-time monitoring and adjusts charging currents to prevent lithium plating, resulting in improved charge capacity utilisation and charging efficiency.
SourceIndian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar·JournalJournal of Energy Storage·DateJun 2, 2026
Researchers develop a new material design to overcome kinetic and stability issues in sodium-sulfur batteries, enabling fast-charging capabilities. The innovative pisiform homojunction creates a p-n interface that accelerates polysulfide conversion and stabilizes battery performance.
SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalNano-Micro Letters·TypeNews article·DateMay 31, 2026
Researchers at MIT have developed a low-temperature process to extract battery-grade lithium from hard rock minerals, minimizing waste and costs. The closed-loop system can produce useful materials, including lithium salts, alumina, and silica, with an estimated cost reduction of half compared to traditional methods.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalScience·DateMay 28, 2026
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Researchers find popular sodium-ion battery matches performance parameters and production quality of Tesla's lithium-ion batteries. Tweaking the Hina battery to charge more effectively at low temperatures could provide a cost-effective alternative for future electric vehicle batteries.
SourceCell Press·JournalCell Reports Physical Science·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 28, 2026
The team developed the world's first gas-solid hydride ion prototype battery (g-HIB), which uses hydrogen gas and a metal as electrodes. The battery can store hydrogen under ambient temperature and pressure through an innovative mechanism, offering high efficiency and practicality.
SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalJoule·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateMay 27, 2026
A team from UChicago PME used AI to generate entire chemical formulations for battery electrolytes, balancing complicated tradeoffs and interactions. The research was published in JACS Au and explores a vast chemical space, generating novel candidates satisfying desired properties simultaneously.
Researchers have overcome key safety and durability barriers in sodium-ion batteries by using a simple additive of graphitic carbon nitride. The additive promotes flexible, disordered zones where sodium ions move more freely and reduces polarisation, improving battery efficiency and stability. This breakthrough opens a scalable pathway...
SourceNational University of Singapore College of Design and Engineering·JournalAdvanced Functional Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 25, 2026
Researchers have developed a dual-functional interface that combines zincophilicity and hydrophobicity to stabilize the zinc metal anode in aqueous zinc-ion batteries. This design allows for dendrite-free batteries with improved safety and cycle life, making it a promising candidate for the next generation of energy storage technologies.
SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalNano-Micro Letters·TypeNews article·DateMay 25, 2026
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Researchers at Tohoku University developed a new magnesium alloy anode that balances interfacial reactions for improved battery efficiency. The optimized Mg-Sn alloy demonstrated significant improvements in electrochemical performance, including stable cycling behavior and enhanced ion transport.
SourceAdvanced Institute for Materials Research (AIMR), Tohoku University·JournalACS Energy Letters·DateMay 25, 2026
Researchers have developed a new passivation strategy to improve the efficiency and operational stability of perovskite/silicon tandem solar cells. The method uses polystyrene nanospheres as a template to deposit an insulating layer, suppressing electrical leakage and achieving high power conversion efficiencies.
SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalMatter·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 21, 2026
A Princeton study projects persistent shortfalls in critical EV battery materials if domestic production expansion, demand-side strategies, and international sourcing are not aligned. Domestic expansion can meet projected demand for some key materials, but significant uncertainties remain.
SourcePrinceton School of Public and International Affairs·JournalNature Energy·DateMay 19, 2026
The City University of Hong Kong has developed a new generation of aqueous zinc-based batteries offering improved safety, higher power, lower cost and environmental sustainability. The breakthrough addresses large-scale energy storage challenges, providing ideal backup power for data centers.
Researchers developed a dual-functional coating composed of palladium nanoparticles on a graphitic carbon nitride matrix, which blocks water-induced corrosion and regulates zinc deposition at the atomic level. This 'hydrophobic-zincophilic' design provides a generalizable strategy for high-performance, long-lasting zinc-ion batteries.
SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalENGINEERING Energy·TypeNews article·DateMay 13, 2026
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