Solid-state batteries: powerful alternative to lithium-ion batteries developed

Revolution through liquid alkali metal anodes

Breakthrough in ultra-thin lithium metal anodes opens the era of longer-lasting batteries

Commercialization of lithium metal batteries draws closer

Life of zinc batteries drastically extended

Improvement to several 100,000 loads

Researchers unlock the “silicate magic” for safer, cheaper, and more efficient batteries

Xiaowei Teng leads team eyeing new way of using iron to create high-performance energy storage

A quick and easy way to produce anode materials for sodium-ion batteries using microwaves

From waste to value: The right electrolytes can enhance glycerol oxidation

"Our research could help to convert biomass by-products into valuable chemicals more efficiently"

How Silicon Can Improve the Performance of Solid-State Batteries

Researchers from Germany and Canada analyze the potential of silicon as an alternative electrode material

Lithium-ion batteries are no longer the gold standard in battery tech

On the way to safer and more powerful energy sources

Anode Models for Green Hydrogen Production

Advancement of green H2 production

Novel preparation of next-generation anode delivers boost to lithium-ion batteries

Energy Transition – Sustainable, Low-cost Batteries for the Electric Vehicles of Tomorrow

Fraunhofer IWS Researchers Awarded with Joseph von Fraunhofer Prize 2025

Stronger together: Interlocked electrodes push silicon battery lifespan beyond limits

In practical terms, this means electric vehicles can travel farther and smartphones can operate longer using the same-sized battery

Metal nonwovens: material for the batteries of the future

Start-up commercializes nonwoven electrodes: "With our technology, we have the chance to catch up with Asian manufacturers and be better"

Solid-state batteries: powerful alternative to lithium-ion batteries developed

Revolution through liquid alkali metal anodes

Observing the ultrafast electrical charging of liquids

Results extend applicability to diverse systems, from biological membranes to next-generation energy storage devices

Breakthrough in ultra-thin lithium metal anodes opens the era of longer-lasting batteries

Commercialization of lithium metal batteries draws closer

Spray drying tech used in instant coffee applied to high-capacity battery production

Achieved world-leading 98% active material content in electrode

A fluid battery that can take any shape

"The material can, for instance, be used in a 3D printer to shape the battery as you please. This opens up for a new type of technology"

Getting More Out of the Battery with Simulations

Modern simulation tools and innovative measurement techniques to drive forward the further development of battery cells for electric cars

University of Jena presents new types of batteries and other innovations for practical use

Innovative solutions for tricky problems

Energy Transition – Sustainable, Low-cost Batteries for the Electric Vehicles of Tomorrow

Fraunhofer IWS Researchers Awarded with Joseph von Fraunhofer Prize 2025

Stronger together: Interlocked electrodes push silicon battery lifespan beyond limits

In practical terms, this means electric vehicles can travel farther and smartphones can operate longer using the same-sized battery

Metal nonwovens: material for the batteries of the future

Start-up commercializes nonwoven electrodes: "With our technology, we have the chance to catch up with Asian manufacturers and be better"

Solid-state batteries: powerful alternative to lithium-ion batteries developed

Revolution through liquid alkali metal anodes

Observing the ultrafast electrical charging of liquids

Results extend applicability to diverse systems, from biological membranes to next-generation energy storage devices

Breakthrough in ultra-thin lithium metal anodes opens the era of longer-lasting batteries

Commercialization of lithium metal batteries draws closer

A fluid battery that can take any shape

"The material can, for instance, be used in a 3D printer to shape the battery as you please. This opens up for a new type of technology"

University of Jena presents new types of batteries and other innovations for practical use

Innovative solutions for tricky problems

Synthetic fuels and more thanks to machine learning

Converting carbon dioxide into valuable chemicals more efficiently: Empa researcher wants to develop better electrodes for CO2 electrolysis

Efficiently and Sustainably Killing Bacteria

Electrocatalytic sterilization: nanowires produce localized highly alkaline microenvironments

Solving the case of the missing platinum

Unlocking the potential of lithium-sulfur batteries

Researchers develop electrolyte additives for enhanced energy storage: “Synchrotron techniques provide powerful tools for characterizing battery materials”

Burned rice hulls could help batteries store more charge

New research finds hard carbon in rice hull ash, providing a cheap domestic source to replace graphite in batteries.

Researchers unlock the “silicate magic” for safer, cheaper, and more efficient batteries

Xiaowei Teng leads team eyeing new way of using iron to create high-performance energy storage

Bubble findings could unlock better electrode and electrolyzer designs

A new study of bubbles on electrode surfaces could help improve the efficiency of electrochemical processes that produce fuels, chemicals, and materials

A surprising way to jump-start battery performance

First charge determines lifespan of lithium-ion batteries

Implantable batteries can run on the body’s own oxygen

“From a new energy source to potential biotherapies, the prospects for this battery are exciting”

Using electricity, scientists find promising new method of boosting chemical reactions

Chemists hope to lay foundation for greener chemistry

Team finds major storage capacity in water-based batteries

This safer chemistry would also prevent battery fires

Brushing thin films onto electrodes preserves batteries

A bit of brushing may be the secret to making better rechargeable lithium batteries