A novel lignin-based separator for lithium-ion batteries improves safety and extends cycle life, showcasing advancements in ...

The ability of the film to sustain internal stability over time was demonstrated by a significant advantage: a 60 percent improvement in cycle life, or the number of times a battery can be charged and ...

For consumers worried about the risks associated with using lithium-ion batteries—which are used in everything from phones to laptops to electric vehicles—Michigan State University has discovered that ...

Researchers at Michigan State University have discovered that a natural material found in wood can enhance battery safety and ...

Researchers from Michigan State University have developed a wood-based material that can be used inside lithium-ion batteries to prevent potentially dangerous short ...

In this report, we examine both the formation and subsequent fate of formic acid and acetic acid during lignocellulose deconstruction for both a lignin-first biorefining method (via H-transfer ...

Industrial lignin fractionation is attracting increasing interest due to its enormous potential in the development of high value-added materials. However, the widely reported fractionation approaches ...