Study level
- PhD
Faculty/School
Faculty of Engineering
Topic status
We're looking for students to study this topic.
Supervisors
- Position
- Professor
- Division / Faculty
- Faculty of Engineering
Overview
Lignin is one of the three major components of lignocellulosic biomass, such as sugarcane bagasse and woody biomass. It is renewable, low-cost, and rich in carbon, making it an ideal precursor for the production of sustainable carbon materials. This PhD project aims to develop high-performance, lignin-derived hard carbon for use in sodium-ion battery anodes.
Research activities
In this project, you will develop innovative lignin fractionation and modification strategies to control the physicochemical properties of the resulting hard carbon. These strategies will focus on significantly enhancing the electrochemical performance of the hard carbon for sodium-ion battery applications.
Outcomes
We anticipate that the electrochemical performance of lignin-derived hard carbon will meet or exceed current standards for commercial sodium-ion battery applications.
Skills and experience
A background in chemistry or chemical engineering is essential for this PhD project.
Prior research experience in biomass pretreatment and/or electrochemistry is highly desirable.
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