Following the success of the first edition in 2022, a second Young Scientist Event was organized in 2025, gathering over 160 early career researchers across six universities: UPJV Amiens, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Fraunhofer ICS Würzburg, Politecnico di Torino, Uppsala University, and Warsaw University of Technology. The event was designed to foster cooperation and creativity among young talents, encouraging them to contribute to the transformation of the European battery research landscape.
Participants, seated at mixed-expertise tables, took part in discussions around key challenges and opportunities in battery R&I, ranging from next generation battery chemistries and technologies and circular economy strategies, to sustainable production, commercialization pathways, and regulatory frameworks. Each table was guided by a dedicated table leader who coordinated the discussion, took notes, and helped draft the Manifesto of Young Scientists in Europe – Redesigning the Battery of our Future.
The Manifesto reflects the collective voice of a new generation of scientists that will lead Europe toward a more sustainable, resilient, and innovative battery ecosystem. Their ideas are fresh, bold, and grounded in a strong sense of responsibility toward society and the planet.
