PhD in Enhancing next generation Li-ion prototypes

About the Project

The PhD project will focus on the development and characterization of next generation Li-ion battery prototypes using the WMG pilot line facilities for industry-like pouch cells (including the new AMBIC – Advanced Materials Battery Industrialization Centre). Chemistries of interest include Ni-rich and LMFP (including blends) and anodeless formats. Research areas will include (but not limited to) determining the ideal electrode processing & formulations; identifying protocols to enhance perfomance & longevity; and interplay between degradation modes. Characterization methods will include bespoke microscopy facilities, in-house and Synchrotron & neutron operando studies; and advanced electrochemistry.

This project is affiliated with the new Faraday Institution consortium: Lithium ion: Enhancing and Accelerating Performance – LEAP (formerly Degradation). Successful candidates will be affiliated with the LEAP project and Faraday Institution

Essential and Desirable Criteria:

• 2:1 or equivalent undergraduate in STEM (Masters Degree desirable)
• Strong background in STEM disciplines
• Laboratory experience with materials or electrochemistry background desired.
• Interest in Li-ion battery technology, scale up and advanced characterization (microscopy, X-ray and Neutron)

Funding Notes

Sponsor/ Supporting organisation: WMG – affiliated with Faraday Institution

Standard UKRI stipend