Nissan, the University of Oxford, and Gelion have launched a three-year strategic collaboration to accelerate the development of solid-state battery technologies for electric vehicles. The project, named CoRe-SoLiS, will begin in June 2026 with a total budget of £3.4 million, including £2.4 million in funding from Innovate UK. Its primary objective is to replace the critical minerals used in today’s lithium-ion batteries with Gelion’s Nano-Encapsulated Sulfur (NES™) technology, a low-cost alternative that reduces dependence on constrained global supply chains. The partnership aims to combine the safety, energy density, and durability of solid-state batteries with the high-performance potential of sulfur-based chemistry.
Solid-state batteries are widely regarded as one of the most promising technologies for the future of electric mobility because they offer significantly greater safety and performance than conventional lithium-ion batteries that rely on liquid electrolytes. However, sulfur-based batteries have historically struggled to achieve commercial success due to polysulfide formation, which limits power output and cycle life. Gelion’s proprietary NES™ technology addresses these longstanding challenges, enabling sulfur cathodes to reach performance levels that were previously considered unattainable.
The CoRe-SoLiS project will combine Nissan’s engineering expertise with Oxford University’s world-leading battery research to integrate NES™ cathodes into solid-state battery systems. The initiative is expected to strengthen the United Kingdom’s advanced manufacturing capabilities, support domestic electric vehicle production, and reinforce the country’s position within the global battery value chain. The research findings will also provide a roadmap for future scaling, manufacturing, and commercialization efforts.
According to Gelion, the NES™ platform offers a plug-and-play solution that can be seamlessly integrated into both existing and next-generation solid-state battery production lines. Beyond expanding the company’s research and development activities, the partnership with Nissan could also pave the way for new battery manufacturing facilities in the UK. By pushing the boundaries of battery performance, the project aims to unlock a new era for both the automotive and energy storage industries.
Source: Solarbaba – In Turkish
