"Priority 2030": New Horizons in Fuel Cell Technology Unveiled at Moscow Polytechnic University

Researcher Filip Milovich and a team from Moscow Polytechnic University have made a major step forward in creating efficient, durable, and cost-effective solid oxide fuel cells. The key breakthrough is the development of new solid electrolyte compositions based on zirconium dioxide, that operates effectively at temperatures of just 600–700°C.

The Pyotr Kapitsa Grant for this research was awarded to Filip Milovich as a winner of a competition held at the University under the "Priority 2030" strategic academic leadership program. Filip presented the results of the three-year study in August 2025 at the competition's awards ceremony.

What are the implications of the research by Filip Milovich and his team for technology and business?

• Significant cost reduction and extended lifespan of fuel cells.
• High ionic conductivity of the electrolytes, comparable to the best international standards.
• Potential for mass production of robust and stable ceramics for power systems.
• Development of compact and inexpensive next-generation power units.

This research paves the way not only for eco-friendly energy sources but also for innovations in the automotive and energy sectors.

Read more about the study in the scientific journal "Materials Science and Engineering: B".

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