<p>The University of Bayreuth is involved in the SIB:DE FORSCHUNG project, aiming to advance the industrial application of sodium-ion batteries. The project, funded by €14 million from the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research, involves 21 institutions to fast-track the application of research discoveries. Professor Dr. Matteo Bianchini leads the 'Anodes' subteam focusing on the development of new active materials for cathodes and anodes. The project includes seven industrial partners and 14 academic partners, with an extended consortium of 42 associated partners.</p>