Nepali Scientist Dr. Shiv Prasad Adhikari Honored in America for 'Electro-Lith' Technology
Summary
Nepali scientist Dr. Shiv Prasad Adhikari has been honored in America after his Electro-Lith technology won the 2026 R&D 100 Award. The innovation, developed at Argonne National Laboratory, is said to make lithium-ion battery production faster, cheaper, and more efficient.
Key Points
- Dr. Shiv Prasad Adhikari’s Electro-Lith technology won the 2026 R&D 100 Award, often called the Oscar of Innovation in science and technology.
- The technology was developed at Argonne National Laboratory and ranked among 100 top innovations selected globally this year.
- Electro-Lith is expected to simplify lithium-ion battery manufacturing, saving time, energy, and production costs.
- The award ceremony for the 2026 winners will be held in Arizona, USA, in November.
