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“Meet our Partners Campaign”: University of Warwick (UoW)

“Meet our Partners Campaign”: University of Warwick (UoW)

In STREAMS, UoW will use deep eutectics to leach the critical and strategic ions from recycled battery mass, and develop a continuous processing method for metal recovery, separation, purification and precipitation. UoW will also perform extensive post-mortem characterization of the STREAMS cells using advanced characterization techniques (Work Package 3, 4 and 6).

Meet the faces behind the project

  • Melanie Loveridge is Associate Professor (Reader) in Battery Materials & Cells. She specialises in several academic fields focused on materials: research on novel anode materials for Li-ion batteries and fundamental analysis of battery failure mechanisms, anti-corrosion coatings for steel and investigations into delamination mechanisms, and Ni and Co-based hard-surfacing coatings.
  • John Low is Associate Professor, specialised in Electrochemical Engineering.  
    In Warwick University, John Low delivers research and teaching activities that integrate electrochemistry with chemical engineering, implement education and learning experiences for students, and prepare electrochemical technologies that meets industrialisation targets.

Role in the STREAMS project: In STREAMS, Warwick University is involved in Work Packages 3, 4 and 6. In WP3 and WP4, Warwick will develop modern processes in hydrometallurgy and solvometallurgy to recover transition metals and lithium precursors. Research activities will focus on sustainable chemistry, engineering scale-up and process development that are compatible with environmental and industrial relevance. In WP6, Warwick will contribute to establishing comprehensive structure-processing-property relations for the cathode and anode materials using advanced characterisation (including a PFIB-STEM-ToF-SIMS integrated platform) and comprehensive electrochemical testing. Post-mortem characterization will be performed on cycled electrodes and materials at pouch cell levels.


‘Battery recycling theoretically addresses waste management issue, while enabling the supply of precursors for battery materials. However, current recycling methods are either energy intensive or associated with toxic chemicals. STREAMS is exactly what we need to research and innovate processes that are fit-for-sustainability subjected to environmental impact assessments. The consortium has a unique set of skills and capabilities which are needed for this to happen, and we are excited and proud to be part of this development’ – John Low, Associate Professor, Electrochemical Engineering.

About UoW

The University of Warwick is renowned for its excellence in research, teaching, and innovation, with strong links to industry. As a vibrant hub for innovation, Warwick turns groundbreaking ideas into practical applications. This innovative spirit extends beyond academics, fostering entrepreneurial initiatives in research, student projects, and industry partnerships.

Warwick’s state-of-the-art facilities support cutting-edge research and learning. Collaborations with leading businesses offer real-world opportunities, and the university’s entrepreneurial ecosystem helps students and staff turn ideas into successful ventures. Warwick not only advances academic knowledge but also drives real-world impact, preparing the next generation of innovators and industry leaders.



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