{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/688a459ac6d705dd3aea677c/689b61e766f126ae3fe1be75?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Richard LeCain, CTO at UKBIC","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/688a459ac6d705dd3aea677c/1755013458665-990ecc74-93c3-4475-854c-e24b920c2a68.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p><strong>Behind the Power: Richard LeCain, CTO at UKBIC</strong></p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of The Tech Connect, we sit down with Richard LeCain, CTO of the UK Battery Industrialisation Centre (UKBIC), to explore the dynamic world of battery technology, industrialization, and team leadership. From his early days in chemical engineering to pioneering lithium iron phosphate commercialization at A123 Systems, Richard shares a candid and insightful journey through the evolving battery landscape.</p><p><br></p><p>Listeners will discover:</p><ul><li>The human side of engineering: music, rock climbing, and startup grit</li><li>Lessons from scaling battery innovation</li><li>Why UKBIC is a launchpad for battery startups and industrialization</li><li>The importance of team culture, cross-functional collaboration, and adaptability</li><li>Trends in recycling, AI, fast charging, and material scarcity</li><li>Advice for future battery engineers and data scientists</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Whether you're a battery enthusiast, startup founder, or curious about the future of electrification, this episode offers a rich blend of technical insight and personal wisdom from one of the industry's most experienced voices.</p>","author_name":"Techne Studios"}