🧠 Introduction

Graphene continues to make global headlines as industries from energy storage to flexible electronics invest in its transformative potential. In this week’s graphene industry roundup, we bring you the most noteworthy developments from around the globe.

📌 1. University of Manchester and Samsung Collaborate on Graphene Sensors

The University of Manchester — birthplace of graphene — has entered into a collaboration with Samsung Electronics to accelerate the commercialization of graphene-based flexible wearable sensors. These ultra-thin films aim to enable next-gen biosensing for medical and fitness applications.

SEO Note: This underscores the role of graphene in flexible electronics and wearable technology.

📌 2. GMG Reports Major Progress in Graphene Aluminum Battery

Australian company Graphene Manufacturing Group (GMG) released new performance data for its proprietary graphene-aluminum batteries. The most significant result? Charging times reduced to one-fifth of standard lithium-ion batteries.
This positions GMG’s tech as a potential leapfrog in fast-charging, safer battery systems — without relying on lithium or cobalt.

📌 3. Chinese Graphene Slurry Startup Secures $20M Funding

A graphene materials startup based in Anhui, China, raised over ¥150 million ($20M) in Series B funding. The capital will be used to scale up its production of graphene-based conductive slurry for lithium battery applications.
The growing demand for electric vehicles and energy storage is fueling investment in conductive additives, particularly in China’s new energy supply chain.

🔍 Summary

This week’s highlights emphasize two trends:

• The push for flexible, wearable devices using graphene films;

• The race to develop non-lithium battery alternatives with ultra-fast charging, where graphene plays a key role.

Expect more R&D breakthroughs and commercial pilots in H2 2025.

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