This National Science Foundation Project Grant awarded to the University of Massachusetts Lowell, through the Division of Chemical, Bioengineering, Environmental, and Transport Systems (CBET), will support collaborative research to design solid boosters and electrolytes for redox-targeting flow batteries (RFBs). The $223,712 award, effective May 1, 2024 through April 30, 2027, aims to address challenges with low solubility of redox active species in RFB electrolytes. The research will investigate the use of solid charge storage "booster" materials to enable indirect redox-targeting reactions, decoupling capacity from electrolyte concentration. This work will contribute to advancing RFB technology, enabling greater renewable energy utilization and grid resilience. The project also includes educational and workforce development components to train a diverse group of students in sustainable energy materials research.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $223.7k | 3/22/24 |