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At the Battery Materials Convergence Lab, we strive to achieve “3S” – Superiority, Smartness, and Sustainability – in the development of future batteries. Through the convergence of chemistry, materials science, physics, and mechanical engineering, we address complex energy-related environmental challenges. Our research focuses on understanding the intricate behaviors of battery materials and interfaces across various electrochemical systems. By combining fundamental insights with practical applicability, we aim to bridge the gap between innovative concepts and real-world battery technologies. Our recent research interests includes:

· Ultrathin, large-area metallic anodes (Li, Zn) for nextgen batteries

· Cell architecture design for Li-metal, Li-air, Li-sulfur, Zn-metal, etc.

· Reinventing interfaces for seamless charging Li-ion in extreme conditions

· Interface engineering with intelligent nano-colloid electrolytes

· Imaging-driven battery diagnosis integrated advanced sensors

“Mechanothermal-milling-assisted removal of native passivation layer for refreshing lithium metal anodes” Energy Storage Materials (2024)

· “Sequential effect of dual-layered hybrid graphite anodes on electrode utilization during fast-charging Li-ion batteries” Advanced Science (2024)

· “Boosting Interfacial Kinetics in Extremely Fast Charging Li-ion Batteries with Linear Carbonate-based, LiPF6-concentrated Electrolytes" Energy Storage Materials (2023)

· “Diagnosis of Current Flow Patterns Inside Fault-Simulated Li-Ion Batteries via Non-Invasive, In Operando Magnetic Field Imaging" Small Methods (2023)

· “Electrodeposition-guided pre-passivation of Li-metal anode to enable long stable cycling of practical Li-metal batteries" Energy Storage Materials (2023)

· “Dynamic Ionic Transport Actuated by Nanospinbar-Dispersed Colloidal Electrolytes Toward Dendrite-Free Electrodeposition" Advanced Functional Materials (2022)

· “Robust Cycling of Ultrathin Li Metal Enabled by Nitrate‐Preplanted Li Powder Composite" Advanced Energy Materials (2021)

· “High-energy Li metal pouch cells with limited anode swelling and long stable cycles” Nature Energy (2019)

· “Critical Parameters for Evaluating Coin Cells and Pouch Cells of Rechargeable Li Metal Batteries” Joule (2019)

· “Detrimental Effects of Chemical Crossover from the Lithium Anode to Cathode in Rechargeable Lithium Metal Batteries" ACS Energy Letters (2018)