batteries

UT Austin Develops Bio-Inspired Channels to Filter Lithium

Chemical engineers at the University of Texas at Austin have engineered nanoscale artificial pores that mimic biological cell membranes to filter lithium ions. The chemical innovation allows lithium to pass through while blocking competing metals such as sodium and magnesium. Published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society, the method offers a cleaner path to extract critical raw materials for energy storage.

Giovanni Sapere29 October 2026

Environment

University of Melbourne Study Maps 34 Percent Cut in EV Battery Emissions

A study led by researchers at the University of Melbourne reveals that lithium-ion battery supply-chain emissions can drop by approximately 34 percent by 2050. The research models how industrial decarbonisation and demand-side strategies could prevent up to 7.2 billion metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions worldwide.

Letizia Giugliano22 October 2026

Motors

EU Commission Funds 46 Raw Material Projects for Battery Industry

The EU Commission has recently approved 46 new strategic raw material projects across 16 member states, focusing on securing essential resources for the burgeoning battery industry [Electrive](https://www.electrive.com/2026/10/09/eu-commission-selects-46-new-raw-materials-projects/). This move is designed to bolster Europe's supply chain for electric vehicle batteries and other critical technologies.

Letizia Giugliano14 October 2026

Biology

“Venusian” batteries that can withstand 500 degrees Celsius

NASA prepares for Venus exploration by adopting a new type of battery that can withstand the tremendous conditions of Venusian soil.

Giovanni Sapere17 July 2023