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Title:
Developing safe and long-lasting Li-ion battery electrolytes for cold Canadian winters via real-time spectroelectrochemistry
Agreement Number:
967254
Agreement Value:
$25,000.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 23, 2021 - Sep 30, 2022
Description:
High-concentration electrolytes (HCE) show enhanced chemical stability when applied in rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. These electrolytes can also be used as components of liquid-solid hybrid batteries to obtain a combination of improved battery performance and safety. Nevertheless, unwanted decomposition reaction occurring at the interface of HCE and battery electrode potentially hinders the application of HCE in lithium batteries. The goal of this project is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the interfacial reactions that are responsible for deteriorating performances. Our team will use our expertise in molecular spectroscopy and electrochemistry to directly approach the physicochemical properties of the interface from operating batteries. Results obtained from the research will inform the optimal choice of battery materials.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:

In the short term, anticipated outcomes will be strengthened collaborations across industry, academia, and government to support research excellence. In the medium term, anticipated outcomes will be the development of new and potentially disruptive technologies with collaborators.

Location:
Edmonton, Alberta, CA T5J 4P6
Reference Number:
172-2020-2021-Q4-967254
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
108102831
Recipient Type:
Academia
Recipient's Legal Name:
The Governors of the University of Alberta
Federal Riding Name:
Edmonton Centre
Federal Riding Number:
48014
Program:
Collaborative Science, Technology and Innovation Program – Ideation Fund
Program Purpose:

The Ideation Fund is intended to encourage, test and validate transformative research ideas generated by teams of NRC scientific personnel and external collaborators with complementary capabilities, acting as a demonstration phase for a continually-evolving suite of research and development (R&D) deliverables at the NRC. The fund supports exploratory research through two mechanisms: the New Beginnings Initiative and the Small Teams Initiative.

NAICS Code:
541710 - R&D in the physical, engineering and life sciences