Design-make-test-learn of interfaces and electroytes for high-performance all-solid-state energy storage devices

About the Project

All-solid-state batteries (ASSBs) offer major advantages in safety, energy density and operating temperature over conventional lithium-ion batteries, but their development is limited by poor ionic conductivity, unstable electrode-electrolyte interfaces and manufacturing challenges. This PhD project will address these challenges using a design-make-test-learn strategy that integrates computational materials modelling with experimental synthesis, characterisation and device fabrication. The research aims to establish robust design rules linking electrolyte chemistry, defects, interfaces and chemomechanical properties, and to demonstrate high-performance ASSB devices operating at room temperature.

Expected start date September 2026 Mode of attendance Full-time.

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Funding Notes

This 3-year PhD studentship includes full tuition fees at UK level for 3 years (26/27 £5238 per annum. International fee waivers may be considered. Stipend for 3 years at UKRI rates (26/27 £21805 per annum).

Research and travel budget (~£3,000 per year), and access to advanced laboratories, characterisation facilities, and HPC resources. Students are also provided with access to Faculty research training funds for research-related expenses, including - but not limited to - conference attendance, external training courses and UK fieldwork.