Perovskite solar cells take flight for testing in space
12 October, 2026Next-gen perovskite solar cells are heading into space aboard the CRIMSON-1 satellite, where their performance will be tested in real space conditions.
Smarter charging boosts lithium–tellurium battery performance
09 October, 2026 by Ohio State UniversityAn optimised charging strategy could improve lithium–tellurium battery performance by limiting degradation and offering a practical route to longer-lasting energy storage.
Flexible porous material may improve solid-state batteries
07 October, 2026 by Alexandra Becker, Rice UniversityA flexible porous material could address contact issues in solid-state batteries, potentially helping lithium ions move more efficiently between components.
X-ray spectroscopy could enable longer-lasting batteries
30 September, 2026X-ray spectroscopy and computer modelling offer a faster way to predict chemical interactions and identify promising materials for better batteries.
Sodium sulfur battery project links Queensland to the grid
24 September, 2026A new sodium-sulfur battery system in Brisbane uses Queensland-made DC-DC converters to connect long-duration storage to Australia’s National Electricity Market.
Indoor photovoltaics enable battery-free wearables
17 September, 2026University of Queensland researchers are developing lead-free indoor photovoltaic technology to power wearable health devices without batteries or charging.
Perovskite thin film powers devices using indoor light
17 September, 2026 by Mariah Lucas, Penn State UniversityResearchers have improved perovskite thin films, helping indoor photovoltaics capture light while improving stability under intense illumination for longer-lasting everyday electronics.
Longer lifespan for rechargeable zinc-iodine batteries
27 August, 2026 by Flinders UniversityA new battery design addresses key challenges in zinc-iodine batteries, potentially extending their lifespan for more sustainable energy storage.
Could urea be used to create electric vehicle batteries?
20 August, 2026 by University of AdelaideUrea could offer a novel pathway to next-generation EV batteries, with researchers investigating its potential as a low-cost battery material.
Controlling defects helps improve solar cell performance
20 August, 2026 by Neil Martin, UNSWUNSW Sydney researchers have uncovered a new way to improve a promising next-generation solar cell material by making sure its ingredients stay evenly mixed while it's being made.
Hybrid system integrates power, heating and cooling
20 August, 2026 by Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)A novel hybrid energy system combines electricity generation, heating and cooling under one roof, to help optimise energy use across multiple applications.
Battery tech targets capacity loss during idle time
12 August, 2026 by UCLA Samueli School of EngineeringMetal-anode batteries can lose capacity while sitting idle; now, UCLA engineers are exploring new strategies to slow this degradation and improve battery longevity.
Scandium insights could extend sodium-ion battery life
12 August, 2026Researchers have investigated how scandium doping and coating can enhance the durability and performance of sodium-ion batteries.
Fine-tuning electrolytes for lithium metal batteries
22 July, 2026Optimising electrolyte concentration can enable safer, longer-lasting lithium metal batteries by improving ion transport and limiting dendrite growth.
3D-printed battery component enables custom cell designs
08 July, 2026A new 3D printing process creates battery electrolytes in almost any shape, giving designers greater freedom to develop custom lithium-ion cells.
