Mike Carroll

Mike Carroll is a Researcher at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), specializing in electrochemical energy storage, photochemistry, and nanomaterials. His work focuses on enhancing silicon-based anodes for lithium-ion batteries and stabilizing the solid electrolyte interphase through molecular functionalization.

• Education: PhD in Materials Chemistry (University of Washington), Master in Inorganic Chemistry (University of Washington), and Bachelor in Chemistry (Fort Lewis College).

Research interests include silicon-based battery anodes, light-driven energy capture processes, and nanomaterial interface engineering. His recent publications (2024-2025) address nanoparticle size effects, boron alloying, and carbon coating properties in lithium-ion battery technology. Collaborations with experts like Adhikari, Pach, and Veith highlight his role in advancing energy storage solutions.