About Sadoway Labs Foundation
Sadoway Labs Foundation (SLF) is an applied research organization and 501(c)(3) nonprofit advancing extreme electrochemical technologies for industrial energy and materials processing.
Our team of researchers and engineers push the boundaries of extreme electrochemistry applications: electrochemical systems that operate far beyond the limits of aqueous chemistry to unlock new pathways for electrified, high‑throughput industry processes.
We develop electrochemical platforms that enable industrial electrification and decarbonization solutions to lower commercial operating costs (CapEx and OpEx) and provide electrified alternatives to carbon-dependence across metals, chemicals, and materials production.
Founded by Professor Donald Sadoway, SLF was created to advance technically ambitious research unconstrained by traditional academic or commercial structures. Our novel technologies include the Whole Earth Battery, CO2 Zapper, metals recycling, and rare earths metal production.
Donald Sadoway, Founder
Donald R. Sadoway is a renowned inventor and professor emeritus at MIT, celebrated for his pioneering work in electrochemistry, particularly in the development of liquid metal batteries.
His inventions have significantly impacted the storage of renewable energy, providing solutions crucial for large-scale grid applications. Sadoway's innovative approach has earned him prestigious accolades, including the European Inventor Award in 2022.
SLF Team and Research Capabilities
Sadoway Labs Foundation brings together a team of researchers and engineers with decades of experience in extreme electrochemistry, high‑temperature materials systems, and industrial process innovation.
Our expertise spans metallurgy, molten salt electrochemistry, electrochemical reactor design and holistic industrial plant design, and technoeconomic analysis that guides strategic decision‑making for industrial deployment.
SLF researches and engineers have deep expertise in advancing high‑temperature electrochemical pathways that outperform the limits of aqueous systems, enabling reactions, separations, and process intensification steps that conventional electrochemistry cannot achieve.
This deep technical foundation allows us to help industry partners evaluate feasibility, reduce technical risk, and accelerate development of electrified production processes.
We combine fundamental electrochemical insight, reactor- and plant-scale engineering, and rigorous technoeconomic modeling to ensure that every technology pathway we pursue has a clear line of sight to industrial relevance.
Whether the goal is industrial decarbonization and electrification, simplifying process flows, improving energy efficiency, or enabling new materials production routes, SLF is excited to tackle your toughest challenges.
Partner with Sadoway Labs
We work with industrial leaders and companies of all sizes to advance the art and application of extreme electrochemistry. Here are a few of the ways we partner with you:
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IP and Technology Licensing
Adopt our technology for your own industrial application. Our licensing program provides access to proprietary technologies engineered for industrial performance and scale.
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Sponsored Research
Use our experts. For complex, high‑value technical challenges, leverage our team of new technology development veterans to co‑develop solutions through targeted, milestone‑driven research engagements.
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Subscription Access
Gain early access to lab discoveries and innovations. Our subscription model offers ongoing access to research and technical insights.
Lab Capabilities
Engineering-Grade R&D Facilities
Our on-site capabilities span high-temperature furnaces with atmospheric control, glovebox and wet lab operations, electrochemical testing at industrial pilot current densities, and full-stack engineering support, from CAD and machining to spectrometry and gas analysis.
Whether you're exploring high-temperature electrolysis, modeling multi-physics systems, or validating materials under industrial conditions, SLF offers the infrastructure and mindset to support cost-informed, scalable innovation.
Mission
Research. Innovation. Collaboration. Education.
At Sadoway Labs, we use extreme electrochemistry (XE) technologies to support reductions in industrial carbon use. Through highly-focused research and innovation, catalytic collaboration, and prioritizing education, we develop and implement practical electrochemical solutions targeting industrial emissions.
Vision
We believe in a future where clean, cost‑effective energy and manufacturing technologies are widely adopted. Our goal is to lead the transformation of the energy and manufacturing landscape by developing scalable technologies that have a global impact.
Join Our Mission
Partner with Sadoway Labs for a Sustainable Future
For individuals, foundations, and mission‑aligned organizations, SLF offers a philanthropic pathway that advances our work in electrified manufacturing, materials innovation, and carbon‑mitigation technologies.
Philanthropic contributions help:
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Expand fundamental research
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Train the next generation of electrochemical engineers
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Accelerate early‑stage concepts toward industrial relevance
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Support open‑access scientific and educational initiatives
As we continue to grow, we aim to expand our capabilities and ensure that Sadoway Labs remains at the forefront of clean energy and clean manufacturing innovation.
We are always looking for partners who share our vision of a sustainable future. If this aligns with your philanthropic mission, we would love to speak with you. Contact us at info@sadowaylabs.org to discuss your giving interest or pledge your gift below.