Small Green Changes: Understanding the Relationship Between Structure and Light Interactions of Modified Perovskite Supercrystals

This project aims to improve solar energy conversion technology by exploring the self-assembly of cesium lead halide perovskite supercrystals (CsPbX3 SCs). These supercrystals have unique structural and photophysical properties that can be leveraged to make solar cells (and other optoelectronic devices) more efficient and longer-lasting. The project will focus on gaining a fundamental knowledge on these modified supercrystals to help explain why they form certain morphologies and why they exhibit structurally-related photophysical properties. The result are stable and well-understood materials for converting sunlight into electricity. This research will help advance the understanding of how these materials work and how they can be used as active layers in devices. For the participating institutions, this project will also contribute valuable knowledge to the field of renewable energy, foster collaboration between academic researchers, and support the development of cutting-edge research leading to affordable, efficient, and stable light capture and conversion technologies.

Faculty Supervisor:

Marek Majewski

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Partner:

Monash University (Clayton, Australia)

Discipline:

Physics

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Education

University:

Concordia University

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