Researchers discovered that lithium ions move through cooperative rearrangement of 'ion cages' formed by surrounding anions, not the previously proposed paddle-wheel mechanism. This finding provides new guidelines for designing safe and high-performance solid electrolytes.
SourceNational Institutes of Natural Sciences·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 22, 2026
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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.
Max Planck researchers have discovered how microscopic dendrites induce fractures in solid-state batteries, leading to short circuits. By understanding the counterintuitive phenomenon of dendrite formation, they've identified potential strategies to prevent or delay cracking.
SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalNature·DateApr 24, 2026
Recent progress in advanced energy manufacturing highlights 3D printing's potential to redefine next-generation lithium batteries. The technology enables precise control over three-dimensional structures, improving ion-transport pathways and mechanical robustness.
SourceAdvanced Institute for Materials Research (AIMR), Tohoku University·DateApr 15, 2026
A study by researchers at Pohang University of Science & Technology discovered that engineered disorder can amplify transverse electron transport in magnetic materials. The findings suggest that deliberately using disorder in materials design could lead to new opportunities in spintronics and thermoelectric energy-conversion technologies.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateMar 24, 2026
Researchers at Tohoku University's Advanced Institute for Materials Research developed an unprecedented method to bond lithium metal directly to garnet-type oxide electrolyte using ultrasonic welding. This technique reduces interfacial resistance and establishes direct solid-state contact without melting or thermal activation.
SourceAdvanced Institute for Materials Research (AIMR), Tohoku University·JournalSmall Structures·DateMar 24, 2026
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Researchers directly measured lithium dendrites' mechanical strength, finding they exhibit unexpectedly high strength and brittle behavior under stress. The study provides insights into how dendrites respond to physical stresses within a battery cell, shedding light on the challenge of scale and access that hindered previous research.
SourceRice University·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 12, 2026
Researchers at Illinois Tech developed a new material with high ionic conductivity and low activation energy, enabling the efficient storage and release of energy. The material's unique structure allows lithium ions to move freely, even at cold temperatures, making it promising for applications in electric vehicles and energy storage.
SourceIllinois Institute of Technology·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 9, 2026
Researchers developed an anode-free lithium metal battery that delivers nearly double driving range using the same battery volume. The battery's volumetric energy density of 1,270 Wh/L is nearly twice that of current lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicles.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateDec 22, 2025
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Researchers have discovered a key factor that determines whether a lithium-ion battery can charge and discharge reversibly, enabling the rational design of electrolytes. The new metric enables efficient prediction of an electrolyte's suitability and accelerates improvements in battery performance.
SourceThe University of Osaka·JournalAdvanced Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 16, 2025
Researchers have created a novel three-dimensional porous structure that improves the lifespan and safety of lithium-metal batteries. The design allows for uniform lithium deposition, reducing the risk of internal short-circuits or explosions.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateOct 31, 2025
The UJI is leading a project to develop advanced solid electrolytes for lithium and sodium metal batteries using additive manufacturing techniques. This will allow the ceramics industry to explore new avenues for diversification and promote knowledge transfer to the emerging regional energy storage industry.
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Researchers at Kumamoto University have developed a flexible solid electrolyte material with exceptional proton conductivity and hydrogen gas barrier properties, making it suitable for low- to mid-temperature fuel cells. The material enables stable operation across a wide temperature range, from -10 °C to 140 °C, and shows promise for ...
SourceKumamoto University·JournalJournal of Materials Chemistry A·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 24, 2025
Researchers unveiled the link between solid electrolyte interphase structure and nitrogen reduction to ammonia, a promising eco-friendly approach to fertilizer production. The study reveals that ethanol-to-water ratio in the electrolyte significantly impacts ammonia conversion efficiency.
SourceThe University of Osaka·JournalEnergy & Environmental Science·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 23, 2025
Researchers at WVU have designed a fuel cell that can switch between storing and generating electricity, making it suitable for balancing an overwhelmed US electrical grid. The new design, called conformally coated scaffold, stays stable even at high temperatures and humidity levels.
SourceWest Virginia University·JournalNature Energy·DateJul 2, 2025
Researchers develop a gel polymer electrolyte with a localized high-concentration solvation structure, enabling solid-state batteries to operate at 4.7 V with high energy density and cycling stability. The new electrolyte also exhibits exceptional safety characteristics, including no electrolyte leakage or combustion.
SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 17, 2025
A novel artificial solid electrolyte interface based on non-coordinating charge transfer significantly improves the stability of aqueous zinc metal batteries. This design enhances cycle life, reduces side reactions, and promotes uniform zinc deposition, leading to improved battery performance.
SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 9, 2025
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Researchers investigated Si-C anode's thermal stability through systematic thermal stability tests. They found that floating silicon triggers thermal runaway and optimize electrolyte blending ratios to minimize thermal safety risk. Designs strategies for high-thermal-stable Si-C materials are proposed.
SourceParticuology·JournalParticuology·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 8, 2025
A team of chemists from Virginia Tech found a way to visualize the intricate structure and chemical reactions of battery interfaces using an X-ray beam line. This breakthrough enables researchers to gain better control over these critical surfaces, potentially leading to cheaper, higher performance batteries.
SourceVirginia Tech·JournalNature Nanotechnology·DateApr 1, 2025
Researchers developed a novel sulfide-based solid electrolyte with exceptional ionic conductivity, achieving high cycling stability and compatibility with various cathode and anode materials. The study enhances the performance of all-solid-state lithium-ion batteries with wide temperature adaptability and long cycle life.
SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalACS Energy Letters·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateMar 20, 2025
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Researchers develop novel function of semiconductor-ionic conductor (SIC) using Cu-Sm co-doping ceria, achieving superionic transport property and excellent fuel cell performance. The co-doped electrolyte features a denser grain network with smaller boundaries, improving ion mobility and supporting strong phase stability.
SourceSongshan Lake Materials Laboratory·JournalMaterials Futures·DateMar 19, 2025
University of Missouri researchers developed a solution to improve solid-state battery performance by understanding the root cause of issues. They used 4D STEM to examine atomic structures without disassembling batteries, ultimately determining the interphase layer was the culprit.
SourceUniversity of Missouri-Columbia·JournalAdvanced Energy Materials·DateFeb 27, 2025
Researchers developed a conjugated phthalocyanine framework with enhanced electron-withdrawal properties and flexibility, leading to improved capacities, rate capabilities, and cyclic stability in high-voltage lithium metal batteries. The framework also showed longer operating life and higher capacity retention.
SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 27, 2025
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A team of researchers, led by Kelsey Hatzell from Princeton University, has made breakthroughs in developing anode-free solid-state batteries. These batteries have the potential to store more energy in less space and operate with high performance at a wider range of temperatures.
SourcePrinceton University, Engineering School·JournalACS Energy Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 27, 2025
Researchers found that applying external pressures can alleviate Li loss and battery degradation by alleviating SEI aggregation. Pressure regulation can rejuvenate I-iLi, reducing its content and Li loss. The study suggests a promising approach for advancing practical Li metal batteries.
SourceScience China Press·JournalScience Bulletin·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 20, 2025
Researchers created a non-flammable quasi-solid-state battery with improved stability, safety, and longevity. The new design combines liquid and solid electrolytes, demonstrating excellent ionic conductivity, thermal stability, and electrochemical performance.
SourceDoshisha University·JournalJournal of Energy Storage·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 13, 2025
Researchers have made significant breakthroughs in synthesizing innovative materials for all-solid-state batteries (ASSBs), improving their performance and safety. The review highlights the challenges that remain, such as limited compatibility between electrolytes and electrodes.
SourceAdvanced Institute for Materials Research (AIMR), Tohoku University·JournalJournal of Materials Chemistry A·DateDec 20, 2024
Researchers developed an electrochemically stable and ultrathin polymer-based solid electrolyte, exhibiting over 2100 hours of stable battery cycling in Li-symmetric cells. The study offers a new approach for fabricating ultrathin solid electrolytes and provides insights into the mechanisms of dendrite-free formation.
SourceSongshan Lake Materials Laboratory·JournalMaterials Futures·DateDec 18, 2024
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A recent study published in Nature Communications has reported a method for determining the location of hydrogen in nanofilms. The researchers used nuclear reaction analysis and ion channeling to generate two-dimensional angular mapping of titanium hydride nanofilms, precisely locating both hydrogen and deuterium atoms.
SourceInstitute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 14, 2024
Scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory are studying how a new type of battery fails to improve long-term storage of wind and solar energy. By analyzing the failure mechanisms, researchers can design more durable solid electrolytes that support storing renewable energy for longer periods.
SourceDOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory·JournalBatteries & Supercaps·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 7, 2024
Scientists at The University of Tokyo successfully observe the existence of space charge layers in solid electrolyte fuel cells, shedding light on their impact on ion conduction. By controlling grain boundary structure, they can eliminate these layers and improve material performance.
SourceJapan Science and Technology Agency·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 31, 2024
Scientists create new organic ionic plastic crystal-based solid electrolytes with high ionic conductivity, promising increased safety and energy density in rechargeable batteries. Material informatics is used to explore optimal structures and predict phase transitions.
SourceSophia University·JournalACS Applied Electronic Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 7, 2024
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Researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University have developed a promising solid electrolyte for all-solid-state batteries, showing high conductivity and formability. The new electrolyte, Na2.25TaCl4.75O1.25, also exhibits superior mechanical properties and electrochemical stability.
SourceOsaka Metropolitan University·JournalChemistry of Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 2, 2024
Materials scientists at Stanford employed a novel electron microscopic technique to study the structural microstructure and electrochemical properties of organic mixed ionic-electronic conductors, revealing how they maintain electronic functionality despite swelling by up to 300%.
SourceStanford University·JournalNature Materials·DateOct 1, 2024
Researchers at Pohang University of Science & Technology developed a non-fluorinated battery system to comply with environmental regulations and enhance battery performance. The innovative 'APA-LC' system, entirely free of fluorinated compounds, shows improved oxidation stability and higher capacity retention.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalChemical Engineering Journal·DateSep 26, 2024
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Researchers at Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology developed a densely functionalized polymeric binder for high-performance lithium and sodium-ion batteries. The new material showed exceptional electrochemical performance, high capacities, and great cycle stability.
SourceJapan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology·JournalAdvanced Energy Materials·DateSep 17, 2024
Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University developed a new electrochemical cell that converts bicarbonate solution into formate ions with high selectivity and efficiency. The cell boasts unrivalled performances rivaling energy-hungry gas-fed methods, promising to have a significant impact on climate change technology.
SourceTokyo Metropolitan University·JournalEES Catalysis·DateSep 14, 2024
Researchers at HKUST have developed a novel strategy to create solid-state electrolytes with high performance, achieving exceptional ionic conductivity and lithium-ion transport capability. The new electrolyte enabled the fabrication of a full cell demonstrating an initial discharge capacity of 141.5 mAh g−1 at room temperature.
SourceHong Kong University of Science and Technology·JournalAdvanced Energy Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 18, 2024
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Researchers have developed low-cost micro-sized silicon anodes from recycled photovoltaic waste using a novel electrolyte design. The new anodes exhibit remarkable electrochemical stability, maintaining an average coulombic efficiency of 99.94% after 200 cycles. This breakthrough addresses the major challenges facing micro-sized silico...
SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalNature Sustainability·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 16, 2024
Researchers at HZB have developed a method to precisely monitor electrochemical reactions in solid-state batteries using photoelectron spectroscopy at BESSY II. The results show that decomposition products form at interfaces, hindering lithium ion transport and reducing battery capacity with each charge cycle.
SourceHelmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie·JournalACS Energy Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 10, 2024
Researchers from Tokyo Tech have discovered a material with exceptionally high proton conductivity and thermal stability, paving the way for more durable fuel cells. The new electrolyte enables fast proton diffusion and chemical stability at intermediate temperatures.
SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 8, 2024
Researchers at Pohang University of Science and Technology have developed a gel electrolyte-based battery that significantly reduces gas generation during charging and discharging processes. The new technology maintains its capacity even after 200 cycles, demonstrating enhanced safety and durability.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalSmall·DateJun 23, 2024
Researchers developed a unique electrochemical ultrasonic force microscopy (EC-UFM) technique to observe sodium-ion battery interfaces during operation. The new method guides passivating layer formation, preserving charge carrier transport and enhancing battery performance.
SourceLancaster University·JournalApplied Physics Reviews·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 20, 2024
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Researchers developed a novel air-handleable garnet-type solid electrolyte technology that improves surface and internal properties, preventing contamination layer formation. This innovation enables the creation of ultra-thin lithium solid-state batteries with high energy density and low weight.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalACS Energy Letters·DateJun 11, 2024
Researchers have developed a new class of fluorinated block copolymers as solid electrolytes for solid-state ZnI2 batteries, promoting stable fluoride-rich SEI layer and preventing zinc dendrite growth. The battery demonstrates excellent cycle performance, maintaining stability for approximately 5000 hours at room temperature.
SourceSongshan Lake Materials Laboratory·JournalMaterials Futures·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 4, 2024
Researchers developed polymeric protective films to improve anode interface stability in sulfide-based all-solid-state batteries. The films, made from various polymers, showed improved interfacial stability and high-capacity retention rates after multiple cycles.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalAdvanced Functional Materials·DateMay 28, 2024
Researchers have created a new polyfumaric acid binder to improve the performance of hard-carbon electrodes in sodium-ion batteries. The new binder shows improved Na ion diffusion, long-cycle stability, and enhanced durability.
SourceJapan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology·JournalJournal of Materials Chemistry A·DateMay 28, 2024
Researchers from Pohang University of Science & Technology have developed a high-energy, high-efficiency all-solid-state sodium-air battery that can reversibly utilize sodium and air without additional equipment. The breakthrough overcomes the challenge of carbonate formation, increasing energy density and reducing voltage gap.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalNature Communications·DateMay 28, 2024
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Researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University developed a process to create solid sulfide electrolytes with world-high sodium ion conductivity and glass electrolytes with high reduction resistance. This breakthrough enhances the practical use of all-solid-state sodium batteries.
SourceOsaka Metropolitan University·JournalEnergy Storage Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 11, 2024
Researchers have discovered a new type of pyrochlore-type oxyfluoride with high ionic conductivity and air stability, suitable for electric vehicles, airplanes, and miniaturization applications. The material exhibits low activation energy and operates within a wide temperature range.
SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalChemistry of Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 2, 2024
A new technique for producing polymer solid electrolytes has been developed, eliminating the need for vacuum heat treatment and increasing production speed by 13-fold. This method ensures consistent thickness and surface quality of polymer solid electrolytes, ideal for battery production.
SourceUlsan National Institute of Science and Technology(UNIST)·JournalEnergy Storage Materials·DateMar 15, 2024
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A research team developed an anode protection layer to prevent random electrodeposition of lithium, promoting stable 'bottom electrodeposition' and reducing unnecessary consumption. The breakthrough results in all-solid-state batteries with stable electrochemical performance over extended periods using ultrathin lithium metal anodes.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalSmall·DateMar 13, 2024
A team of researchers at the University of Illinois has demonstrated a technique to study chemical properties of lithium-ion battery cells by exploiting the Peltier effect. This allows them to experimentally measure the entropy of the lithium-ion electrolyte, which could inform lithium-ion battery design.
SourceUniversity of Illinois Grainger College of Engineering·JournalPhysical Chemistry Chemical Physics·DateMar 8, 2024
In a groundbreaking study, researchers observed that battery ions change direction and return to previous positions before resuming their random travels. The 'fuzzy memory' of the ions lasts just a few billionths of a second but will help scientists predict ion behavior.
SourceDOE/SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 15, 2024
Researchers have made significant advancements in silicon-based anode materials for lithium-ion batteries, including the development of binders, composites, and electrolytes. However, Si-based anodes still face challenges such as volume expansion, lower electrical conductivity, and inconsistent kinetics reaction.
SourceIndustrial Chemistry & Materials·JournalIndustrial Chemistry and Materials·TypeLiterature review·DateJan 31, 2024
Researchers have developed a solid electrolyte that allows for efficient hydride ion conduction at room temperature, enabling the creation of safer, more efficient hydrogen-based batteries and fuel cells. This breakthrough provides material design guidelines for the development of next-generation energy storage solutions.
SourceRIKEN·JournalAdvanced Energy Materials·DateDec 21, 2023
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Researchers have developed a novel chloride-based solid electrolyte with exceptional ionic conductivity, addressing material limitations that hindered previous attempts. This breakthrough is expected to pave the way for commercialization of solid-state batteries, promising improved affordability and safety.
SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 2, 2023
Researchers developed a sinter-free method for efficient, low-temperature synthesis of lithium ceramic, enabling the creation of solid-state batteries with higher power density and lower production costs. This breakthrough could accelerate the transition to electric vehicles by reducing the reliance on conventional lithium-ion batteries.
SourceWiley·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 23, 2023
Researchers have created a fire-inhibiting, nonflammable gel polymer electrolyte for lithium-ion batteries, increasing ion conductivity by 33% and improving life characteristics by 110%. The electrolyte prevents radical chain reactions during combustion, effectively inhibiting battery fires.
SourceUlsan National Institute of Science and Technology(UNIST)·JournalACS Energy Letters·DateOct 18, 2023
A team of Chinese researchers has developed a bio-inspired approach to improve the performance of flexible sodium-ion batteries. By methylating the structural polymer in the hydrogel electrolyte, they significantly increase the salt stability, leading to better battery capacity and cycling performance. The modified hydrogel can absorb ...
SourceWiley·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 5, 2023
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