Development of Novel Solid-State and Hybrid Ionic Conductors and Electrolytes
Seeking proposals for new, non-flammable ionic conductors to improve rechargeable batteries and fuel cells by overcoming limitations of current materials.
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NRC Research Associateship Programs has archived this opportunity.
Funder: NRC Research Associateship Programs
Due Dates: May 1, 2025 (Next deadline)
Funding Amounts: $99,200 stipend plus $3,000 travel allowance; relocation assistance available; typical fellowship duration 2-3 years.
Summary: Postdoctoral fellowship supporting research on novel, non-flammable solid-state and hybrid ionic conductors and electrolytes to improve rechargeable batteries and fuel cells.
Key Information: Open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents; requires Ph.D. earned within last 5 years; research conducted onsite at Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, DC.
Description
This fellowship opportunity, offered through the NRC Research Associateship Programs, supports postdoctoral researchers in the development of novel solid-state and hybrid ionic conductors and electrolytes. The focus is on creating new, non-flammable, and highly active ionic conductors to overcome the limitations of current materials used in rechargeable batteries and fuel cells, particularly addressing issues such as flammability and operational range of lithium-ion batteries.
The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) in Washington, DC, hosts this research, providing access to state-of-the-art facilities and expert mentorship. The program encourages proposals involving the design, synthesis, and testing of innovative ionic conductors that deliver high performance without the drawbacks of existing materials.
Key research areas include ionic conductors, anaerobic synthesis, ionomers, lithium-ion technology, hydrogen fuel cells, and battery materials.
