Maria Valeria Blanco
About
I'm a materials scientist working on the development of anode materials for next-generation Lithium-ion batteries.
My research focuses on:
- the study of structure-performance interplay of battery components via in situ/in operando synchrotron-based X-ray techniques
- the development of high energy density green Si-based anodes using the exoskeletons of diatoms (microalgae) as sustainable feedstock
Research
My research foucuses on:
- Study of structure-performance interplay in battery materials by advanced characterization in situ/in operando synchrotron-based X-ray techniques
- Development of high-performance sustainable anodes for Lithium-ion batteries based diatom (microalgae) exoskeletons.
Scalable Sustainable Anodes for Li-ion Batteries by Structural Design (SUSTBATT)
SUSTBATT aims to develop scalable high-performance anodes for LIBs from green sources by producing sustainable SiOx structures from algae exoskeletons, paving the way for the integration of natural feedstock into battery production schemes.
Exploiting the full potential of SiO2 anodes for Li-ion Batteries
This project applies a multi-probe methodological approach for the study of SiO2 anodes by in operando methods to unveil the fundamental aspects of SiO2 reaction towards Li. The outcomes will provide key enablers for the design of improved anodes.
International Workshop on Advanced Characterization of Lithium-ion Batteries by Neutrons and X-rays
This annual workshop brings together experts in advanced characterization techniques, researchers, and industry representatives to discuss new approaches to investigate the behavior of Li-ion batteries.
Publications
2021
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Renman, Viktor;
Blanco, Maria Valeria;
Norberg, Andreas Nicolai;
Vullum-Bruer, Fride;
Svensson, Ann Mari.
(2021)
Electrochemical activation of a diatom-derived SiO<inf>2</inf>/C composite anode and its implementation in a lithium ion battery.
Solid State Ionics
Academic article
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Blanco, Maria Valeria;
Renman, Viktor;
Zhu, Jiefang;
Vullum-Bruer, Fride;
Svensson, Ann Mari.
(2021)
Optimizing carbon coating parameters for obtaining SiO2/C anodes with improved electrochemical performance.
Journal of Solid State Electrochemistry
Academic article
2020
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Blanco, Maria Valeria;
Renman, Viktor;
Vullum-Bruer, Fride;
Svensson, Ann Mari.
(2020)
Nanostructured diatom earth SiO2 negative electrodes with superior electrochemical performance for lithium ion batteries.
RSC Advances
Academic article
2019
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Cova, Federico Hector;
Blanco, Maria Valeria;
Hanfland, Michael;
Garbarino, Gaston.
(2019)
Study of the high-pressure phase evolution of Co3O4.
Physical review B (PRB)
Academic article
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Cova, Federico Hector;
Amica, Guillermina;
Kohopaa, Katja;
Blanco, Maria Valeria.
(2019)
Time-resolved synchrotron powder X-ray diffraction studies on the synthesis of Li8SiO6 and its reaction with CO2.
Inorganic Chemistry
Academic article
2018
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Grasso, Maria Laura;
Blanco, Maria Valeria;
Cova, Federico Hector;
Gonzalez, Jose;
Arneodo Larochette, Pierre;
Gennari, Fabiana.
(2018)
Evaluation of the formation and carbon dioxide capture of Li4SiO4 using in situ synchrotron powder X-ray diffraction studies.
Physical Chemistry, Chemical Physics - PCCP
Academic article
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Blanco, Maria Valeria;
Kohopaa, Katja;
Snigireva, Irina;
Cova, Federico Hector.
(2018)
Li5FeO4: Low temperature solid-state synthesis and mechanism of reaction with CO2.
Chemical Engineering Journal
Academic article
Journal publications
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Renman, Viktor;
Blanco, Maria Valeria;
Norberg, Andreas Nicolai;
Vullum-Bruer, Fride;
Svensson, Ann Mari.
(2021)
Electrochemical activation of a diatom-derived SiO<inf>2</inf>/C composite anode and its implementation in a lithium ion battery.
Solid State Ionics
Academic article
-
Blanco, Maria Valeria;
Renman, Viktor;
Zhu, Jiefang;
Vullum-Bruer, Fride;
Svensson, Ann Mari.
(2021)
Optimizing carbon coating parameters for obtaining SiO2/C anodes with improved electrochemical performance.
Journal of Solid State Electrochemistry
Academic article
-
Blanco, Maria Valeria;
Renman, Viktor;
Vullum-Bruer, Fride;
Svensson, Ann Mari.
(2020)
Nanostructured diatom earth SiO2 negative electrodes with superior electrochemical performance for lithium ion batteries.
RSC Advances
Academic article
-
Cova, Federico Hector;
Blanco, Maria Valeria;
Hanfland, Michael;
Garbarino, Gaston.
(2019)
Study of the high-pressure phase evolution of Co3O4.
Physical review B (PRB)
Academic article
-
Cova, Federico Hector;
Amica, Guillermina;
Kohopaa, Katja;
Blanco, Maria Valeria.
(2019)
Time-resolved synchrotron powder X-ray diffraction studies on the synthesis of Li8SiO6 and its reaction with CO2.
Inorganic Chemistry
Academic article
-
Grasso, Maria Laura;
Blanco, Maria Valeria;
Cova, Federico Hector;
Gonzalez, Jose;
Arneodo Larochette, Pierre;
Gennari, Fabiana.
(2018)
Evaluation of the formation and carbon dioxide capture of Li4SiO4 using in situ synchrotron powder X-ray diffraction studies.
Physical Chemistry, Chemical Physics - PCCP
Academic article
-
Blanco, Maria Valeria;
Kohopaa, Katja;
Snigireva, Irina;
Cova, Federico Hector.
(2018)
Li5FeO4: Low temperature solid-state synthesis and mechanism of reaction with CO2.
Chemical Engineering Journal
Academic article
Media
2019
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LectureBlanco, Maria Valeria; Renman, Viktor; Vullum-Bruer, Fride; Svensson, Ann Mari. (2019) Study of silica anodes for lithium ion batteries. NTNU, Uppsala University Battery Workshop , Uppsala 2019-08-21 - 2019-08-21
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PosterBlanco, Maria Valeria; Renman, Viktor; Vullum-Bruer, Fride; Svensson, Ann Mari. (2019) Effect of carbon coating on the electrochemical performance of SiO2/C Anodes for Li-Ion Batteries . Danish Battery Society Nordbatt 2019 , Delft 2019-09-25 - 2019-09-27
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LectureRenman, Viktor; Blanco, Maria Valeria; Norberg, Andreas Nicolai; Vullum-Bruer, Fride. (2019) Electrochemical Properties of Amorphous Silica As an Anode Material for Li-Ion Batteries. ECS 235th ECS Meeting , Dallas 2019-05-26 - 2019-05-30
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LectureBlanco, Maria Valeria; Renman, Viktor; Vullum-Bruer, Fride. (2019) Effect of Different Carbon Precursors on SiO2/C Anodes for Li-Ion Batteries. ECS 235th ECS Meeting , Dallas 2019-05-26 - 2019-05-30