Scientists uncover new way to improve performance of next-gen lithium-oxygen batteries

Lee Bell
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UIC scientists demonstrate at nanometer level that lithium peroxide build up slows battery chemical reactions

Researchers at the University of Illinois have discovered a new way to improve the performance of next-gen lithium-oxygen batteries. Potentially offering up to five times more energy than the l...

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