Ai-Min Li's Lab @ HKU
Chemical Innovation for Better Batteries

Welcome to Prof. Ai-Min Li's Research Lab!

We explore electrolyte and interface studies to address critical challenges in new-generation batteries, i.e., insufficient energy density, poor cycle stability, cost and safety risks, etc. The activities cover three core areas: designing and synthesizing advanced electrolytes, electrode materials, investigating interfacial interactions and correlations, and developing high-energy batteries using eco-friendly materials.​

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Key research topics include:

(1) Molecular electrolyte design (AI-aided chemical synthesis)

(2) Solvation structure investigation (supramolecular chemistry)

(3) Materials innovation (electrodes and separators) for efficient energy storage

(4) New battery development for multi-application scenes (safe, fast-charging, etc.)​

(5) Advanced characterization (in situ monitoring) for interphase decoding and evolution

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We aim to advance the fundamental understanding of challenges facing today’s energy storage and to pursue the application potential of our innovation towards a sustainable future.