Core Insights - A new battery technology route is expected to alleviate issues related to high costs, low energy density, and short range in traditional power batteries for electric vehicles [1] - The establishment of the Advanced Battery Materials and Devices Research Institute aims to accelerate the research and development of key materials and technologies in manganese-based batteries, promoting their integration into electric vehicles and creating an industrial cluster [1] Group 1 - The fourth Manganese-Based Battery and Key Materials Symposium was held in Beijing, focusing on the challenges and advancements in manganese-based batteries [1] - Manganese-based batteries are highlighted for their high energy density, low cost, and environmental friendliness, addressing current concerns in the electric vehicle industry [1] - The research institute will create a comprehensive innovation system that includes basic research, pilot incubation, and industrial application [1] Group 2 - The research institute will collaborate with major universities and research institutions, including Tsinghua University and Peking University, as well as industry players like CATL and BYD [2] - The goal is to establish a closed-loop system for the transformation of research results from material development to end-user applications [2]