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Next generation of lithium-ion batteries set to be developed in new project

Following the award of £11 million in funding from the Faraday Institution, researchers in the department led by Professor Serena Corr are developing lithium-ion batteries with longer lifespans and increased energy density.

FutureCat research project

Research project scoops top industry award

Professor Will Zimmerman has won the best Research and Development award in the annual AD & Biogas Industry Awards 2019.

AD & Biogas Industry Award

New research magazine published

Our reputation for excellent research is having a real world impact, in this latest edition we highlight some of our exciting new research including applications of functionlised nanoparticles, dsRNA insecticides and biopharmaceuticals.

Read Transform

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The University of Sheffield
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Sheffield
S1 3JD

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