Tiny droplets are powering big ideas in science. Researchers have developed a miniature, soft, and flexible lithium-ion battery made from biocompatible hydrogel. This new battery, smaller than a grain ...
At the same time, demand for batteries has never been greater. 30% of cars sold in 2026 are expected to be electric vehicles ...
The Li-ion batteries that power everything from smartphones to electric cars are usually packed in rigid, sealed enclosures that prevent stresses from damaging their components and keep air from ...
Sodium-ion batteries use more abundant raw materials but don’t currently perform as well as those made with lithium.
Dr. Bilal El-Zahab poses during a tour of the Battery Research Laboratory on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at the FIU Engineering Center in Miami, Fla. Dr. El-Zahab’s laboratory has created a ...