40+ Years of Battery Innovation
Researchers at UNSW have been shaping the future of battery technology for more than four decades, including the invention of the Vanadium Redox Flow Battery. Today, interdisciplinary teams across engineering, science and business are tackling challenges across the battery value chain, from critical minerals and advanced materials to cell technologies, energy systems, safety and recycling. Their work is helping accelerate the transition to sustainable energy through fundamental discoveries, industry partnerships and real-world applications.
Battery Materials
Researchers at UNSW are advancing the development of next-generation electrode materials, electrolytes and interfacial technologies that improve battery performance, safety and sustainability. Expertise spans materials synthesis, advanced characterisation and computational materials design, supporting innovations across lithium-ion, sodium-ion, potassium-ion, solid-state and other emerging battery chemistries.
Electrochemistry & Cell Testing
UNSW has deep expertise in the fundamental electrochemical processes that underpin battery operation, degradation and performance. Research combines experimental and computational approaches to better understand charge transport, reaction mechanisms, interface behaviour and emerging battery chemistries. These insights enable the development of more efficient, reliable and durable energy storage technologies.
Energy Systems & Storage
Researchers at UNSW are developing the tools and technologies needed to integrate batteries into future energy systems. Their expertise encompasses battery management systems, renewable energy integration, energy system optimisation, digital twins and grid-scale storage applications. This work supports the transition to more reliable, resilient and sustainable energy networks.
Safety & Failure Analysis
Researchers at UNSW are uncovering the mechanisms that influence battery safety, degradation and operational reliability. Using advanced diagnostic techniques, materials analysis and performance testing, they investigate how batteries behave under real-world conditions and develop strategies to enhance safety, extend lifetime and improve system performance.
Recycling & Circular Economy
Researchers at UNSW are driving the development of circular economy solutions for energy storage technologies. Their work spans battery recycling, critical mineral recovery, life cycle assessment and the design of more sustainable battery materials and chemistries. These capabilities support the growth of a resilient battery industry while reducing environmental impact and improving resource stewardship.
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