# Episode 56 | Maximising Uptime and Charging Speeds with Niobium | Anna Wise | Nyobolt

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Podcast: [The Battery Technology Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-battery-technology-podcast-6367601)
Published: 2026-06-04T14:15:57+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1435

## Resource

As the world moves toward electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, and portable electronics, the demand for faster, safer, and longer-lasting batteries continues to grow. While materials like lithium, cobalt, and graphite often dominate the conversation, researchers and engineers are turning their attention to niobium—a versatile metal with unique properties that may help overcome some of the biggest challenges in battery technology. In this episode, we'll examine what niobium is, why it has attracted interest from scientists and battery manufacturers, and how it can improve charging speed, battery lifespan, and overall performance. We'll also discuss current developments, real-world applications, and the challenges that must be addressed before niobium-based battery technologies become widely adopted. Speaker Notes: Anna Wise | Head of Strategy | Nyobolt https://www.linkedin.com/in/annamwise/ Host Ken Davies | Managing Director | GSE Media Ltd https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendavies/ ken.davies@gsemedialtd.com Nyobolt http://www.nyobolt.com Battery & Energy Storage Tech Europe | FIRA de Barcelona | September 2026 https://batterytechexpoeurope.com/ For more details, please contact: ken.davies@gsemedialtd.com EU Battery Passport Conference | Grand Palais, Lille, France | Budapest https://www.eubatterypassportconference.com/ For more details, please contact: ken.davies@gsemedialtd.com Advertising and Sponsorship For companies looking to reach a global audience of battery professionals, the Battery Technology Podcast is the perfect place to promote your products and services in a thought-provoking way. For sponsorship and advertising opportunities and to reach our rapidly growing audience, please contact: ken.davies@gsemedialtd.com

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