Research Highlights
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Molecular Design Leads to Record Performance for Li2S Cathodes
Demonstrated record performance in Li2S cathodes using innovative molecular design based on ab initio density functional theory Read More
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Predicting Chemical Pathways for Li-O2 Batteries
Mechanistic predictions for the structure and molecular conversion pathways in the discharge reaction LiO2–> Li2O2 in Li-O2 batteries were made using high level quantum chemical theory. Read More
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Flow Batteries Enabled by Nanoscale Percolating Conductor Networks
Created novel electronically conductive flow battery electrodes using nanoscale percolation phenomena Read More
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Coordination Chemistry in Magnesium Battery Electrolytes: How Ligands Affect Their Performance
Identification of the solution coordination structures of Mg(BH4)2 through a simple NMR method. Read More
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In-Situ Liquid (ec)-TEM Cell Shows Dendrite Formation, Providing New Insights into Lithium Batteries
Demonstrated that formation of solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) as dendrites occurs before lithium electrodeposition on the gold electrode and remains after lithium electrodissolution, changing our view of dendrite formation and the safety of lithium-ion batteries. Read More
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Lithium Metal Anodes for Rechargeable Batteries
Various factors affecting the morphology and Coulombic efficiency of Li metal anodes have been analyzed Read More
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Degradation Mechanisms in Li-Ion Battery Electrolytes Uncovered by In-Situ Scanning Transmission Electron Microscopy
Directly observed a sequence of interconnected electrolyte degradation mechanisms to evaluate stability and degradation in battery electrolytes Read More
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Rational Design of High-Performance Li2S Cathodes
Achieved record performance in Li2S cathodes by using ab initio simulations to guide our rational selection of effective bifunctional binders. Read More
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In-Situ TEM and DFT Study of Large Cation Transport and Failure Mechanism In Single SnO2 Nanowire
Direct measurement reveals that Na ion diffusion is 30 times slower than Li ion. Na insertion softens nanowire and causes significant deformation to lead to easy deformation of the product. Pore formation upon Na ion removal leads to poor cycliability of the SnO2 electrode Read More
Latest Updates
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JCESR Concludes Decade-Long Mission, Leaves Lasting Impact on Battery Science
The official end of the Joint Center for Energy Storage Research (JCESR) innovation hub occurred in June 2023 after more than a decade of research and development dedicated to one of humanity’s most pressing challenges: the development of a better battery to help usher in… Read More
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You’re Invited - JCESR and Beyond: Translating the Basic Science of Batteries
Please join us at Argonne National Laboratory on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 for JCESR and Beyond: Translating the Basic Science of Batteries. Registration is now open. This in-person event will celebrate 10 years of research from the Joint Center… Read More
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A Message from JCESR: In Memory of George Crabtree
It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to George Crabtree, a Senior Scientist and Distinguished Fellow at Argonne National Laboratory, and Director of the Joint Center for Energy Storage Research (JCESR), who passed away unexpectedly on January 23. Dr. Read More
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Cyanopyridines As Extremely Low-Reduction-Potential Anolytes for Nonaqueous Redox Flow Batteries
Discovery of a cyanophenylpyridine derivative with a very low reduction potential and good stability during cycling. Read More
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Characterizing Redoxmer – Electrode Kinetics Using a SECM-Based Spot Analysis Method
Identified asymmetries in electron transfer (ET) kinetics between the reduction and oxidation of ferrocene-based redoxmers by measuring the ET rate constants (kf/kb) as a function of electrode potential. Read More
