Lily Robertson
Studying batteries at Argonne National Laboratory combining energy storage chemistries and autonomous labs.
- Role
- Assistant Chemist at Argonne National Laboratory
- Location
- Chicago, IL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Lily Robertson
I work on technologies for stationary energy storage that utilize nonaqueous solvents, ionic liquids, and redox-active organic molecules. These puzzle pieces come together as the energy-storing liquids of a nonaqueous redox flow battery (RFB). The use of ionic liquids allow higher concentration fluids - ergo, more energy density. They also ameliorate issues such as gelation and ion association that occur at high concentration when using more traditional solid electrolyte salts. I like to think about the problem like making a simple syrup - how many sugar molecules can you cram in before the syrup becomes stiff and crystallizes? A flow battery without fluid fluids would not flow! I am passionate about using my scientific knowledge to make a better planet, and I aim to explore new frontiers in addition to RFBs such as polymer upcycling and battery recycling. In graduate school, I worked with the CU Green Labs program to minimize waste in my chemistry department. In addition to science, I like to bicycle, swim, draw and paint, and sing in my chorus.
Experience
Assistant Chemist
Apr 2024 — Present · Lemont, IL, US
Today I am being promoted to regular staff at Argonne! Excited to work on new projects.
Education
University of Oregon
B.S., Chemistry; Mathematics; Robert D. Clark Honors College
2006 — 2010
University of Colorado Boulder
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Chemistry (Materials)
2010 — 2016
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