Pre-coating of LSCM perovskite with metal catalyst for scalable high performance anodes

► Powders containing LSCM were pre-coated with Ni for use as anode for SOFCs. ► Nanoparticles, likely Ni, appears on the surface of LSCM in anodic conditions. ► Rp decreases by 38% at 900 °C and 80% at 700 °C for pre-coated LSCM based anodes. ► The small amount of Ni (5%) wouldn't cause any redox and thermal cycling issues. ► This method is highly scalable and extendable to different functional material.