By selectively heating specific phonons without heating the entire material, researchers have enhanced ion diffusion in a way that could have broad applications.

Use of a novel electrolyte could allow advanced metal electrodes and higher voltages, boosting capacity and cycle life.

New findings may help unleash the potential of high-powered, solid-electrolyte lithium batteries.

MIT researchers develop novel EV emissions model to quantify importance of vehicle charging patterns and impact of ambient temperature on EV emissions levels.

Inspired by camel fur, a new two-layered material could provide extended cooling to preserve the freshness of perishable goods.

MIT researchers reveal inadequacies in current battery models.

Everactive provides an industrial “internet of things” platform built on its battery-free sensors.

“Our mission here is to save humanity from extinction due to climate change,” says MIT professor.

“Gold standard” material for generating oxygen from water divulges its molecular mechanisms.

An MIT team has devised a lithium metal anode that could improve the longevity and energy density of future batteries.