Addressing the climate crisis
The role of neutron science in securing a sustainable future
Science Highlights
European neutron facilities are enabling scientific breakthroughs relevant to sustainable development and the climate agenda.
Browse some of the recent research below:
Advanced neutron technologies galvanise research into advanced polymer electrolyte membranes
In a joint publication, scientists from University College London, CEA/University Grenoble Alpes, and LENS members ISIS Neutron and Muon Source,...
Captured lithium
In our smartphones, our computers and in our electric cars: We use rechargeable lithium-ion batteries everywhere. But their capacity drops...
Investigating battery performance and lifetime at IMAT
Leveraging the unique interaction of neutrons and lithium, researchers have been able to build a unique picture of what’s happening...
New solid-state battery material for next generation batteries
Using neutron and muon techniques, researchers have tested a new material that could be used inside a solid-state battery.
Successful demonstration of neutron scattering as a characterisation method for battery materials – silicon nanoparticles.
The collaboration between the Departments of Battery Technology and Neutron Materials Characterization at IFE resulted in a successful demonstration of...