Powering Tomorrow's Energy Solutions, Today
Battery Science & Innovation Forum | 20-21 May
Join the conversation shaping the future of energy storage. Where breakthrough research meets industrial innovation.
Thank you!
The Battery Science & Innovation Forum 2026 would not have been possible without the dedication and enthusiasm of everyone who took part.
A heartfelt thank you to our keynote speakers, presenters, and poster contributors for sharing their research and insights, and to all attendees for the rich discussions and connections made throughout the two days.
We also wish to express our gratitude to the organising teams, to the session chairs, and to all partners and sponsors whose support made this event a reality.
We look forward to continuing this journey together towards the next generation of energy storage.
The future runs on batteries. Will you help power it?
The Battery Science & Innovation Forum is where science meets industry, where innovation sparks collaboration, and where Portugal positions itself at the heart of Europe's energy revolution.
What to Expect
Over two intensive days, you'll experience:
Cutting-edge science from leading researchers pushing the boundaries of battery technology;
Real-world applications from industry pioneers transforming labs into large-scale manufacturing;
Strategic insights into Portugal's pivotal role in the European battery ecosystem;
Live demonstrations showcasing breakthrough prototypes and next-generation solutions;
Face-to-face networking with the people driving energy transition forward.
From advanced materials and cell design to manufacturing scale-up and system integration, we're covering the entire battery value chain—and the opportunities within it.
For Researchers & Scientists
Accelerate Your Impact
Present your work to industry decision-makers actively seeking innovation;
Connect with potential collaborators and funding opportunities;
Bridge the gap between lab discoveries and commercial applications;
Gain insights into market needs driving the next wave of research.
For Industry Professionals
Stay Ahead of the Curve
Access the latest breakthroughs before they hit the market;
Identify emerging technologies that could transform your operations;
Meet researchers developing solutions to your biggest challenges;
Explore partnership opportunities with RTOs and innovation centres.
For Policymakers & Strategists
Shape the Future
Understand the technological landscape informing policy decisions;
Discover Portugal's strategic positioning in European battery initiatives;
Connect with stakeholders across the entire value chain;
Contribute to dialogue on sustainable mobility and energy transition.
For Emerging Talent
Launch Your Career
Learn from established leaders in battery science and industry;
Discover career pathways in one of the fastest-growing sectors;
Network with potential employers, mentors, and collaborators;
Showcase your research to an engaged, influential audience.
WHO'S JOINING
This event brings together everyone who matters in battery innovation:
✓ Materials scientists and electrochemistry experts pushing boundaries
✓ Research organisations driving technology transfer
✓ Battery manufacturers and energy system developers
✓ Electric mobility and storage solution providers
✓ Technology startups disrupting the status quo
✓ Policymakers and funding agencies enabling progress
✓ Innovation managers orchestrating R&D strategies
✓ PhD students and early-career scientists ready to make their mark
Keynote Lectures: Visionary talks from international experts reshaping energy storage
Scientific & Industrial Session:s Deep dives into materials, manufacturing, systems, and applications
Panel Discussions & Roundtable:s Strategic conversations on challenges, opportunities, and the road ahead
Prototype Demonstrations: See tomorrow's technology in action today
Networking Session:s Build the partnerships that drive innovation forward
NGS Project Spotlight Results, impact, and future perspectives from groundbreaking initiatives
Price per regular registration: 125€
VAT exempt under Article 9 of CIVA - VAT Code
Sociedade Portuguesa de Materiais
NIF: 501183671
IBAN: PT50 0033 0000 0001 4123 8655 0
BIC/SWIFT: BCOMPTPL
Proof of payment should be sent by email to comunicacao@spmateriais.pt
THE OPPORTUNITY
Portugal is emerging as a strategic player in Europe's battery ecosystem. This forum is your chance to be part of that story—to connect, collaborate, and contribute to positioning Portugal at the forefront of the energy transition.
Whether you're developing breakthrough materials, scaling manufacturing processes, integrating battery systems, or shaping policy frameworks, this is where your work meets opportunity.
Preliminary Programme
Day 1| 20 MAY 2026
09:00 – 09:15 | Reception
09:15 – 09:30 | Welcome Session: Ado Jório, Deputy General Director INL
09:30 – 10:15 | Keynote Session 1: Frédéric Aguesse, Business Development Manager CIDETEC: "Beyond the Lab: Scaling Next-Generation Battery Technologies from Research to Real-World Applications"
10:15 – 10:45 | Coffee Break: Prototype Demonstration Area + Poster Session
10:45 – 12:00 | Scientific Talks || Lithium technology | Chair Rúben Pedroso (CeNTI)
10:45- 11:00 Miguel Ángel Muñoz Márquez, INL: Lithium Metal Surface Chemistry in Dry Processing Atmospheres
11:00 - 11:15 Norma Gaibor, University of Minho, ISISE, ARISE, IB-S, Department of Civil Engineering: Energy transition with batteries: sustainability, circularity, and life cycle analysis
11:15 - 11:30 Cátia Alexandra Podence Alves, University of São Paulo: Anionic Segregation Effects in Fe₂O₃ Nanoparticles for Lithium-Ion Battery Negative Electrodes
11:30 - 11:45 Rui Filipe Serra Maia, INL: Degradation of Lithium Cobalt Dioxide (LiCoO2) in aqueous electrolytes through in situ liquid-cell Transmission Electron Microscopy
11:45 - 12:00 João Serra, Centre of Physics of the Universities of Minho and Porto: Natural Polymer Separators: Toward a Sustainable Generation of Lithium-Ion Batteries
12:00 – 13:00 | Scientific Talks || Lithium technology | Chair: Diana Gaspar (CENIMAT)
12:00 - 12:15 Rúben Pedroso, CeNTI: The Importance of High-Power Batteries in Energy Storage Systems for Urban Fast Charging
12:15 - 12:30 Manuela C. Baptista, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto: Semiconducting Behavior in Solid Electrolytes: Implications for Solid-State Batteries
12:30 - 12:45 Chadrasekhar Loka, INL: Solid-State Thin Film Lithium-Ion Microbatteries for Microelectronic Devices
12:45 - 13:00 Beatriz Gomes, FEUP: NMC955 - Li6PS5Cl Composite Cathodes with SBR Binder for Solid-State Lithium Batteries
13:00 – 14:30 | Lunch
14:30 – 15:00 | Invited Speaker: Juan Manuel Pérez, CIIAE - Iberian Energy Storage Research Center: Beyond Circular Economy: alternative secondary raw materials for energy storage systems
15:00 – 16:15 | Scientific Talks || Non-Lithium Technologies | Chair: Carlos Costa (UMinho)
15:00 - 15:15 Renata Matos, Vasco da Gama CoLAB - Energy Storage Association: Sustainable Anode Engineering for Sodium Ion Batteries Through Bio-Based Materials and Aqueous Processing
15:15 - 15:30 Rita Carvalho Veloso, Vasco da Gama CoLAB - Energy Storage Association: Synergistic Effects of Electrolyte Additives and Electrode Compression on Vanadium Redox Flow Battery Performance
15:30 - 15:45 Diana M. Fernandes, LAQV/REQUIMTE, University of Porto: Exploring Eco-Friendly Electrodes for Sodium-Ion Batteries
15:45 - 16:00 Leonardo Sbrascini, INL: Sodium-deficient Prussian Blue Analogue: In-situ Presodiation for Practical Applications in Na-ion Batteries
16:00 - 16:15 Gonçalo Seoane, Vasco da Gama CoLAB - Energy Storage Association: Synthesis setup engineering for high-performance Prussian Blue cathodes in Sodium-ion Batteries
16:15 – 16:45 | Coffee Break: Prototype Demonstration Area + Poster Session
16:45 - 18:00 | Scientific Talks || Scientific Talks: Systems | Chair: Jorge Pinto (VG Colab)
16:45 - 17:00 Ricardo Faia, GECAD, LASI, ISEP, IPP: Demand Response Event Participation Considering Battery Capacities of Aggregated Virtual Power Plant Members
17:00 - 17:15 Vítor Lopes, INL: Aggregating Distributed Energy Resources through Virtual Power Plants: A Case Study in Portugal
17:15 - 17:30 Ricardo Campos, CeNTI: Flexible Li⁺ ion electrochemical sensor
17:30 - 17:45 Fernando Lezama, GECAD-Polytechnic of Porto: Battery-Aware Optimization of Energy Communities for Cost and Emission Management
18:00 – 18:15 | Closing Day 1
18:15 – 19:45 | Social & Networking Moment
Day 2 | 21 MAY 2026
09:00 – 09:15 | Welcome to Day 2: António Braz Costa, Director General CeNTI
09:15 – 10:00 | Keynote Session 2: Patrik Johansson, Director Battery 2030+ : “Next generation batteries – where can we possibly be 2030+?”
10:00 – 10:45 | Scientific Talks: Circular Economy: Recycling | Chair: Fátima Montemor (IST)
10:00 - 10:15 Francisco Abreu, NOVA School of Sciences and Technology: Systematics of lithium ores in the Central Iberian Pegmatite Belt (CIPB)
10:15 - 10:30 Liliana Truta, CeNTI: Bridging Battery Research and Industry: The Role of Pilot Lines in Li-Ion Manufacturing
10:30 - 10:45 Joana Almeida, LNEG: Bottlenecks in Lithium Recovery: From Spodumene Processing to Sustainable Battery Recycling
10:45 – 11:15 | Coffee Break: Prototype Demonstration Area + Poster Session
11:15 – 12:00 | Roundtable
Moderator: Diogo Fula, Business Developer Battery Cluster PT
Patrik Johansson, Director Batteries 2030+ / Uppsala University
João Gomes, Chief Executive Officer b.again / dstgroup
João Calado, Lifthium / Bondalti
Ricardo Simões, Head of Innovation, CCDR Norte
Nina Carretero, General Secretary Upcell Alliance (online participation)
12:00 – 12:15 | Poster prize & Summary of event highlights and challenges
12:15 – 12:30 | Closing by Álvaro Santos, CCDR-Norte President
Contribution Opportunities
The Battery Science & Innovation Forum offers three formats for participants to present and discuss their work:
ORAL PRESENTATION: Selected speakers will deliver 10–15-minute presentations covering research findings, methodologies, or industrial applications. Presentations are intended for researchers, industry professionals, and decision-makers.
POSTER PRESENTATION Poster sessions provide a dedicated space for in-depth technical exchange. This format is suited to ongoing research and detailed discussions with other attendees.
PROTOTYPE DEMONSTRATION Participants with working prototypes may exhibit them in the demonstration area for the duration of the event, allowing for direct interaction with other attendees.
Our sponsors
Venue
The INL International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory, located in Braga (North of Portugal), was founded by the governments of Portugal and Spain under an international legal framework to perform interdisciplinary research and deploy and articulate nanotechnology for the benefit of society.
INL aims to become the worldwide hub for nanotechnology, addressing society’s grand challenges.
INL – International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory
Av. Mestre José Veiga
4715-330 Braga | Portugal
Let’s talk!
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INL – International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory
Av. Mestre José Veiga
4715-330 Braga | Portugal