Our research focuses on oxide-based solid-state batteries, encompassing materials synthesis, scalable processing for cell fabrication, and interface engineering toward low-impedance devices. We investigate interfacial phenomena, phase evolution, and dendrite formation using thin-film-based two-dimensional model systems, while developing low-temperature, solution-based deposition methods for electrolyte films. High-throughput fabrication and characterization platforms are employed to accelerate materials optimization, alongside the design of novel cathode materials with high mixed ionic–electronic conductivity. In addition, we explore strategies for the recycling of battery materials, focusing on recovering valuable oxide components and integrating them into new solid-state batteries, promoting sustainable battery technologies.
Formally: Dr. Hyunwon Chu, Dr. Yuntong Zhu, Dr. Haemin Paik, Dr. Zachary Hood, Dr. Alexander Bork, Dr. Reto Pfenninger, Dr. Iñigo Garbayo, Dr. Semih Afyon, Dr. Michael Rawlence, Dr. Michal Struzik, Dr. Andreas Nenning