PhD Studentship: Unlocking Future Photovoltaics: the Effect of Interfaces on Ion Mobility in Perovskite Solar Cells

Number of Opportunities Available: 1 fully funded place

Supervisors: Dr. Bora Karasulu (Chemistry), Dr. Albert Bartok-Partay (Physics)

Summary:

Solar modules incorporating lead-halide perovskites now exceed the efficiency of conventional silicon modules. However, there is much still to be learned in order to drive further technology improvements. One area of interest is the presence of mobile ionic species, which have been shown to play a role in device efficiency, hysteresis and long-term stability.

The aim of this Oxford PV-sponsored studentship is to investigate the physical and chemical consequences of mobile ions diffusing around interfaces, for example those at grain boundaries and contact layers. This project will make use of ab initio and machine learning techniques to provide in-depth insights that will help the continued development of state-of-the-art solar technologies.

https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/hetsys/themes/projectopportunities/

Advert Reference: HP2024-22

Apply Link: https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/hetsys/apply/

Funding Details

Awards for both UK residents and international applicants pay a stipend to cover maintenance as well as paying the university fees and a research training support. The stipend is at the standard UKRI rate.

For more details visit: https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/hetsys/apply/funding/

Closing Date: 29 February 2024