Semiconductor and Solar Cells
The Group's research spans the fields of semiconductor technology, silicon solar cells and photovoltaic solar energy. It aims to achieve a balance between basic science and applied engineering, with a focus on crystalline and multicrystalline silicon materials, and their application to solar cells. Research on the properties of the prevalent material used to make solar cells is highly relevant to understand and develop better silicon cells. This is becoming crucial for photovoltaic solar energy to improve the conversion efficiency, imperfections and impurities that exist within semiconductor material, and coatings that reduce losses at the surface of the silicon wafers. These improvements are then incorporated into new solar cell designs and manufacturing technologies.
Want to study with us?
We are interested in hearing from potential students who are considering a PhD pathway.
Or, you might like to try us out during our annual summer research scholar program.
Want to work with us?
There are many ways in which we collaborate with industry, government and other research institutions.
We welcome involvement with international and national research networks. Contact the relevant member of academic staff to discuss a visit to our research group.
