Boron nitride nanotubes transport lithium ions 31 times faster than predicted

Researchers at Rutgers University, the University of Illinois Chicago, and Argonne National Laboratory have found that boron nitride nanotube membranes transport lithium ions far faster than expected, pointing to potential applications in lithium recovery from spent batteries and blue energy…

First covered Jun 22, 2026 · 10:17 PM PT · 1 article

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3d PV Magazine Boron nitride nanotubes move lithium ions 31 times faster than expected — Researchers at Rutgers University, the University of Illinois Chicago, and Argonne National Laboratory have found that boron nitride nanotube membranes…

Appeared in: 2026-06-23 (#7)

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