Poster presentation at FMNT 2026 in Riga: Dāvis Kalniņš (ISSP UL) presents ARMS-related research on NaOH-activated birch-derived carbon materials for energy storage applications. Photo: Hamed Pourkheirollah.

On 16 June, the day following the ARMS workshop at the Functional Materials and Nanotechnologies (FMNT 2026) conference in Riga, Latvia, the ARMS project maintained its presence by showcasing research through a poster presentation that highlighted innovative ideas on sustainable materials for energy applications.

A poster presentation by Dāvis Kalniņš, a representative of the Energy Materials Laboratory of the Institute of Solid State Physics, University of Latvia (ISSP UL), highlighted how everyday natural resources, such as birch wood, can be transformed into advanced materials for energy storage.

The presented research, “Structure–Driven Electrochemical Behavior of NaOH-Activated Birch Carbons for Energy Storage,” explores how carefully engineered biomass-derived carbon materials can enhance the performance of energy storage devices such as supercapacitors. By tailoring the structure and surface properties of these materials, the team demonstrates a pathway toward greener, high-performance alternatives to conventional electrode materials.

This work reflects the core ambition of the ARMS project: to develop sustainable, high-impact materials that support the transition to cleaner and more efficient energy technologies. By turning renewable resources into functional materials, ARMS partners are contributing to a circular approach in materials science—where waste and natural feedstocks become valuable components in future energy systems.

Participation in FMNT 2026 also provided an opportunity to connect with researchers from across Europe and beyond, exchange ideas, and showcase ARMS achievements to a broader scientific audience.

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Read about the ARMS workshop at FMNT 2026.