In a move set to revolutionize energy storage, Germany's Justus Liebig University Giessen (JLU) laid the foundation for the "Giessen Center for Electrochemical Materials Research" (GC-ElMaR) on June 6, 2025.
The new research facility, costing approximately 76 million euros, is expected to be completed by the end of 2027. It will house state-of-the-art equipment and accommodate around 100 researchers, technicians, and administrative staff.
A key feature is a specialized "room-in-room" laboratory designed for research at extremely low temperatures, enabling groundbreaking work in the field. The JLU's involvement in the "POLiS – Post Lithium Energy Storage" cluster, which focuses on developing next-generation energy storage solutions, further solidifies its commitment to innovation.
The POLiS cluster, a collaborative effort with the University of Ulm and the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), has been granted an extension of seven years. This will allow them to continue their research into more efficient, reliable, and environmentally friendly alternatives to current lithium-ion batteries.
The GC-ElMaR will significantly contribute to the advancement of materials research, positioning JLU as a leading hub for interdisciplinary projects in electrochemical energy storage.