Dr Karolina Idczak named winner of the INNOGLOBO Program Competition
Dr Karolina Idczak from the Department of Electronic Emission at the Institute of Experimental Physics, Faculty of Physics and Astronomy, has been awarded the second prize in the INNOGLOBO Program competition, offered by the National Centre for Research and Development.
The research project titled “Investigation of Nanomaterials for the Construction of High Energy Density and High Reaction Kinetics Lithium Battery Anodes (NA-LIB) led by dr Karolina Idczak has secured funding amounting to PLN 1,499,708.31.
INNOGLOBO is a new international open program that complements the existing range of activities of the National Centre for Research and Development (NCBR) in the context of international collaboration.
The project, to be carried out by dr Karolina Idczak, focuses on the developmental research of a broad range of nanomaterials for the construction of anodes in lithium-ion batteries, aiming to meet the current demands of high energy density and fast charging time.
The discussion regarding these key aspects takes place on multiple levels and encompasses both fundamental aspects of the materials used, as well as the performance of complete battery systems.
In theory, an ideal battery should exhibit a long lifespan, high energy, and power density, and provide extended operating time (on a single charge) while requiring minimal time for subsequent recharging. Unfortunately, the underlying physical processes driving these requirements demand different characteristics from the construction materials, leading to a so-called “conflict of interests” and necessitating researchers to seek compromises between material properties and achieving the desired battery parameters.
Based on the available knowledge and materials, the plan involves utilizing materials not only with different chemical compositions but also with diverse structures, including single crystals and powders. The use of nanopowders is quite common; however, employing single crystals for cell construction represents an innovative approach that may be pivotal in applications such as medicine or aviation.
The research will be conducted in collaboration with OCI Vacuum Microengineering Inc. from Canada and AGH University of Science and Technology in Kraków (Faculty of Energy and Fuels).
Source: Faculty of Physics and Astronomy UWr
Translated by Ilona Mutke (student of English Studies at the University of Wrocław) as part of the translation practice.
