Electrochemistry Group - Politecnico di Torino

Name: Electrochemistry Group - Politecnico di Torino
Address: Corso Duca degli Abruzzi 24, Turin, 10129, IT
Telephone: +390110904641

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Electrochemistry Group - Politecnico di Torino

The research group on Li and post-Li batteries, solar cells and fuels, integrated energy conversion/storage systems. Led by Prof. Silvia Bodoardo, Prof.

Federico Bella, Prof. Teresa Gatti, Prof. Ilka Kriegel, Prof. Carlotta Francia, and Prof. Julia Amici.

17/06/2026

We are pleased to share that our paper, "Hollow Fe₃O₄ Spheres as Functional Architectures for Advanced Li–O₂ Batteries", has been published.
In this work, we investigate the use of hollow Fe₃O₄ spheres synthesized via Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) on sacrificial PVP nanoparticles as catalysts for Li–O₂ batteries.
Our results demonstrate that tailoring catalyst morphology can be as important as improving its intrinsic catalytic activity. The hollow Fe₃O₄ architecture promotes a more favourable oxygen-reduction pathway and modifies Li₂O₂ formation mechanisms, leading to enhanced reversibility and reduced electrolyte degradation.
Notably, the proposed architecture enabled a nearly threefold increase in cycle life, highlighting the importance of catalyst design for next-generation energy storage systems.
This work was carried out in collaboration with colleagues from Universidad Centra de Chile, Universidad Mayor and Universidad de Santiago de Chile.

Full article link: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0378775326012127

11/06/2026

📄New paper now available online on Chemical Engineering Journal Advances!

In this work, we collaborated with Università di Torino and Università del Salento to investigate the effect of different etching conditions for the synthesis of Ti3C2Tx MXenes on their application in Lithium-Sulphur batteries.

🔬Four different samples were synthesised and characterised with physico-chemical and electrochemical techniques, particularly focusing on MXenes interaction with lithium polysulphides and their effect on Li2S deposition. Then, the materials were loaded with sulphur via melt diffusion, and the obtained composites were tested as cathode materials through galvanostatic cycling, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and intermittent current interruption techniques.

💡 The results show that both the morphology and surface chemistry of Ti3C2Tx MXenes critically regulate the adsorption of lithium polysulphides and their electrochemical conversion reactions. In particular, Ti-F-rich environments enhance adsorption capacity but can hinder Li2S deposition and the material electrical conductivity. In addition, XPS analysis highlighted the formation of Ti-S bonds during the melt diffusion process, leading to a strong stabilisation of the final cathode material.

Have a look to the full OA paper: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666821126002280?via%3Dihub

08/06/2026

Our new paper deals with AgBiS₂, a water-stable semiconductor that efficiently absorbs visible light. This work shows that mild thermal annealing improves its internal structure, charge transport, and stability. As a result, AgBiS₂ photoanodes deliver higher photocurrents and better performance in solar-driven reactions.

Read it here: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/sstr.70487

03/06/2026

Proud to announce MORPHEUS – MOdular Reconfigurable Platform for Health and Environmental Universal Sensing, a new European project coordinated by our group.
The project brings together 14 partners to develop a modular, reconfigurable platform for next-generation wearable sensing.
By combining 2D materials, flexible electronics and advanced sensors, MORPHEUS aims to enable continuous, non-invasive monitoring of key physiological and biochemical parameters.
A step forward toward smarter, conformable technologies for healthcare and environmental sensing!

28/05/2026

We have just published a review article summarizing the fundamental mechanisms of slipping, discussing strategies to enhance anti-slip performance such as surface texturing, chemical modification, and filler incorporation. This review supports the development of next-generation anti-slip systems aimed at enhancing safety and functionality across diverse applications, energy included.

Read it here: https://advanced.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/admt.202501936

25/05/2026

📄 Our new publication is now available online!

In this study we investigates the impact of mass transport kinetics on reversible and irreversible capacity losses in Lithium–Sulfur batteries.

1D model was developed using COMSOL Multiphysics to understand the role of limited mass transport kinetics as source of both reversible and irreversible losses. The model simulates four different scenarios of Li+diffusivity to investigate its role on the polysulfides behaviour and how it affects the performance of both short and long-term performances.

The results highlight the strong interplay between transport phenomena and electrochemical stability, providing useful insights for the optimisation of Li–S cell design.

Have a look to the full OA paper: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2352152X26023248?via%3Dihub

18/05/2026

Still great memory of our Battery 2030+ Annual Conference, organized here in Turin, with more than 250 participants!
Proud to be the Electrochemistry Group @ POLITO! ✈

15/05/2026

In this new paper, a new P-doped carbon nitride was synthesized from the combination of thiourea and (NH4)2HPO4 by a straightforward and mild approach. The final material shows a fourfold higher specific surface area and excellent suppression of charge carrier recombination. Optimizing the P content, the semiconductor efficiently degrades 94%–100% of four persistent water-polluting dyes within 40–90 min under blue LED light.

Read it here: https://chemistry-europe.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/cptc.202600008

13/05/2026

A few pics of the Battery 2030+ Annual Conference, we organized and hosted last week in Torino. We had the chance to present many of our research topics-related activities in front of an international community.

23/04/2026

Happy to announce our new Doctor in Materials Science and Technology!
Sabrina successfull defended her PhD thesis on sustainable materials for potassium batteries, dealing with new solutions for anodes, cathodes and electrolyte components.
The jury has awarded Sabrina the PhD title cm laude.
Congratulations!

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Corso Duca Degli Abruzzi 24
Turin
10129

Telefono

+390110904641

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http://www.disat.polito.it/research/research_groups/chenergy/elettrochemistry

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