Welcome to Lithium Horizons
‘‘To create and to annihilate material substance, cause it to aggregate in forms according to his desire, would be the supreme manifestation of the power of Man’s mind, his most complete triumph over the physical world.‘‘ — Nikola Tesla
Throughout history, we've marked our progress by the materials we've mastered: the Stone Age, Bronze Age, Iron Age, the Industrial (Steel) Age, and the Information (Silicon) Age. As we look to the future, which materials will define us?
In our rapidly evolving world, materials are not just what we build with—they are crucial for our future prosperity. We inhabit a material world, where many challenges humanity faces can be reduced to issues of material science. From the microchips in our devices to the skyscrapers that define our skylines, the materials we choose shape our world and our vision for the future. Crucially, as we move towards new forms of energy, materials will be key to our success.
Why This Newsletter Exists
The energy materials industry is complex, fast-moving, and full of hype. As someone who’s worked in both research and industry, leading teams and developing next generation battery technologies, I saw a gap between what’s said and what actually works.
Lithium Horizons is my attempt to close that gap. Whether you’re an investor, builder, researcher, or policymaker, I am here to make this space more understandable, honest, and actionable.
Who This Is For
Lithium Horizons is designed for professionals who care about the future of energy and materials, even if they are not technical experts.
You’ll benefit if you are:
An investor exploring cleantech, batteries, and advanced materials
A founder or product lead building in energy, climate, or hard tech
A scientist or engineer who wants broader context beyond the lab
A manager or decision maker curious about the tech behind the hype
A policy or strategy leader tracking material-driven energy transition trends
What You’ll Get
Each issue is crafted to be clear, jargon-light, and focused on real-world applications. You can expect:
Clear, actionable intelligence on materials and energy trends. Technology's rapid acceleration is causing significant shifts in industry. How are different stakeholders adapting to these trends? What distinguishes the successful from the less so?
In-depth exploration of companies and technologies. Some companies are outpacing their peers. What sets them apart? Certain technologies offer solutions to pressing issues. How realistic are their promises?
Practical guides for decision-makers. Gain insights on managing industry challenges while staying ahead. This includes guidance on adopting new technologies and navigating market dynamics to maintain a competitive edge.
Some examples:
About Me
PhD + MSc in Materials Science
Author of 20+ scientific papers in top journals
Experience as Scientist, Engineer and Manager in academic, startup and corporate environments
I’ve worked on lithium-ion, solid-state, and next-gen battery chemistries, moving ideas from lab research to real-world systems.
Alongside the newsletter, I partner with organizations and individuals on:
Technical due diligence for decision makers
R&D strategy consulting to accelerate innovation
Expert advisory calls to get deep answers fast
Interested? Reach me at:
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The future is built on atoms, not just code.
Lithium Horizons helps you cut through the noise in energy and materials science, and make better decisions, whether you are building, funding, or exploring.
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Thanks for reading 🔋!
Dr. Jasmin Smajic
Founder, Lithium Horizons
