Ben Breitung

Dr. Ben Breitung is a Group Leader at the Institute of Nanotechnology at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Germany. He leads the research group focused on "Nanomaterials for Electronic and Energy Applications" within the Electronic Devices and Systems research unit.

His research spans several critical areas in advanced materials science:

• High-entropy materials for energy storage applications
• Printed electronics and transistor technologies
• Nanomaterials for photovoltaic and battery applications
• Metal-organic frameworks for sensing and memory devices

Dr. Breitung's publication record demonstrates a strong focus on high-entropy materials, particularly for battery technologies. His recent work (2023-2025) shows a clear trend toward applying the high-entropy concept to various energy storage systems, including lithium-ion, sodium-ion batteries, and memristive devices. He has also made significant contributions to printed electronics, developing novel fabrication techniques for transistors and memory devices using inkjet printing and other solution-based methods.

His scientific contributions include:

• Pioneering work on high-entropy oxides for battery anodes and cathodes
• Development of printed electronic devices using novel materials
• Creation of specialized databases like opXRD for materials characterization

Dr. Breitung collaborates extensively with researchers across KIT and internationally, as evidenced by his numerous co-authored publications. His work bridges fundamental materials science with practical applications in energy storage and electronics.