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Reverse Flotation for the Recovery of Spent Lithium Ion Batteries

Monash University Malaysia Engineering and Information Technology
✓ Funded (Competition) 🎓 Chemical Engineering 🎓 Environmental Chemistry 🎓 Industrial Chemistry 🎓 Mechanical Engineering circular economy environmental engineering Malaysia PhD battery recycling lithium ion batteries materials recovery reverse flotation waste management

PhD at Monash University Malaysia focused on lithium-ion battery recycling using reverse flotation to recover valuable materials and support sustainable energy systems.

Project Description

This PhD project investigates reverse flotation techniques for the recovery of valuable materials from spent lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). With increasing demand for LIBs from consumer electronics, efficient recycling methods are essential to address environmental concerns and resource sustainability. The project focuses on: Separation of electrode materials using froth flotation Selective removal of graphite via reverse flotation Recovery of lithium-containing cathode materials Reduction of environmental pollution from battery waste This research contributes to: Sustainable waste management Scalable battery recycling technologies Circular economy solutions for energy storage systems The project involves experimental work and process optimization within a chemical and environmental engineering framework.

Entry Requirements

First Class Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Preferred:
Familiarity with experimental design
Research experience (publications or projects)

How to Apply

Contact the supervisor (Assoc Prof Ee Von Lau)
Submit Expression of Interest (EoI) with research proposal
If shortlisted, proceed to application and interview

Application process changes from May 2026

Eligibility

UK/Home
EU
International

Supervisor Profile

AP
Assoc Prof Ee Von Lau, Prof Lian Zhang
Monash University Malaysia, Engineering and Information Technology

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