Scientists envision batteries will play a central role in improving the security and cost-effectiveness of America’s energy systems. But achieving this requires solving numerous technical challenges, such as designing high-performance batteries, battery materials and understanding how batteries degrade. This is no easy task.Scientists envision batteries will play a central role in improving the security and cost-effectiveness of America’s energy systems. But achieving this requires solving numerous technical challenges, such as designing high-performance batteries, battery materials and understanding how batteries degrade. This is no easy task.Energy & Green Tech[#item_full_content]