Advanced Photoluminescence Spectroscopy & Microscopy of Solar Cell Materials

The race to develop efficient, stable, and cost-effective solar cells depends on understanding materials at the microscopic and molecular levels. In this webinar, I will explore how photoluminescence spectroscopy and microscopy can be applied to analyse and screen potential solar cell materials. We’ll look at techniques including time-resolved photoluminescence, quantum yield measurements, and fluorescence lifetime imaging microscopy (FLIM) - each offering unique insights into material quality, defect states, and charge carrier behaviour.

Subject Matter Level: Intermediate- Assumes basic knowledge of the topic

What You Will Learn:
• Advanced characterization of solar cell materials

Who Should Attend:
• Anybody interested in materials for solar cells
• Students and researchers with interest in the spectroscopy and microscopy of solar cell materials

About the Presenter: Stuart Thomson from Edinburgh Instruments Ltd.

Dr. Stuart Thomson is Head of Product & Applications at Edinburgh Instruments. He received his PhD from the University of St Andrews in Organic Optoelectronics. Stuart joined Edinburgh Instruments in 2017 as an Applications Scientist, specialising in photoluminescence spectroscopy of semiconductors. In his current role, he leads the product management and applications team for Edinburgh Instruments' optical spectrometers and microscopes.