Understanding Intrinsic Electrochemical Properties of NiCo–Metal–Organic Framework-Derived NiCo2O4 as a Li-Ion Battery Anode

⁺, respectively. The gradual activation of electroactive sites, coupled with improved electrode kinetics and structural adjustments, contributed to the observed capacity increase over cycles. These findings underscore the potential of NiCo₂O₄ as a robust and efficient anode material for next-generation LIBs.