The Centre for Advanced Materials & Batteries (CAMB) is dedicated to cutting-edge research & technology development and translation, in the domains of functional materials, advanced nanomaterials, high temperature materials and next-generation energy storage systems. With a strong mandate to address national technological needs, the Centre brings together interdisciplinary expertise to develop scalable, cost-effective, and high-performance material solutions for diverse industrial sectors.
CAMB’s R&D portfolio spans a wide spectrum of advanced materials—from energy storage materials, thermal insulation aerogels, oxide-dispersion-strengthened (ODS) alloys for extreme environments, and novel nanostructured materials for antimicrobial and biomedical applications, to high-value functional powders for additive manufacturing and environmental remediation. The Centre has also built significant capability in sustainable materials, including nano-fertilizers, biodegradable alloys and biocompatible coatings for implants, and porous sorbents for water purification.
A major thrust area of CAMB is electrochemical energy storage. The Centre leads several programmes focused on lithium-ion, sodium-ion, lithium–sulphur battery and supercapacitor technologies, including the development of carbon-coated LFP, NVP, hard carbon anodes, metal/metal-oxide-modified cathodes, and pilot-scale fabrication of cylindrical and pouch cells. Emphasizing indigenous processes and scalability, CAMB aims to accelerate the transition from laboratory innovations to commercially viable products.
Recently, technologies on Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) cathode powder materials for energy storage and Silica aerogel flexible sheets for efficient thermal insulation have been transferred to industries for commercialization.
Through its comprehensive research programmes, strong industry linkages, and commitment to impactful innovation, CAMB continues to contribute to India’s growing materials and energy ecosystem while nurturing technologies that support a sustainable and high-performance future.