Anji Munnangi

Anji Munnangi is a Senior Lecturer in Energy Storage at Swansea University's School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, specializing in Materials Science and Engineering. They are actively involved in postgraduate supervision and contribute to industrial R&D through the EG-M39 MSc Industrial Experience module, alongside teaching EGA110 Instrumental and Analytical Chemistry.

• Research Focus: Solid-state batteries, fluoride ion chemistry, lithium/sodium intercalation, carbon-metal nanocomposites, and energy storage materials.
• Key Contributions: Development of novel aqueous binders for sodium batteries, investigation of hard carbon anodes, and optimization of ultramicroporous sulfur hosts for lithium-sulfur batteries.

Recent publications highlight advancements in alkali metal electrode design, dual-halogen solid-state electrolytes, and fluoride ion battery degradation mechanisms. Their work spans fundamental studies of ionic conductivity and applied battery engineering, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and industrial collaboration.

Dr. Munnangi's research group explores micron-scale single-crystal cathodes, garnet-type lithium electrolytes, and in situ TEM analysis of battery materials, aiming to improve energy density, cycling stability, and safety in emerging battery technologies.