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The research from Argon National Laboratory opens avenues for improving both sodium and lithium-ion battery technologies. The authors conclude that modest adjustments to cathode construction and manufacturing processes can lead to enhanced performance, longer cycling life, and better thermal stability. This approach is not limited to sodium ion cells; these insights can also inform the development of new materials for lithium-ion and even potassium-ion batteries, which are emerging as potential successors.