Focus: Solution-phase processing of graphene and dichalcogenides for additive manufacturing platforms.
Objective: Formulation of printable/sprayable 2D materials and multicomponent heterostructures with tailored properties through chemical functionalization and doping processes. We aim to understand functionalization/doping mechanisms and optimize interfaces to significantly enhance device performance.
Organic & perovskite solar cells
Focus: Development of organic (including non-fullerene acceptors) and perovskite solar cells.
Objective: Interfacial engineering of solution-processable solar cells for improved performance and stability. Our research involves the study of charge transfer dynamics and the fundamental understanding of degradation mechanisms. We prioritize low-temperature and cost-effective processes, targeting short energy and CO2 payback times.
Industrialization of emerging PVs
Focus: Engineering of industrial-scale printing processes, including Roll-to-Roll (R2R) and Sheet-to-Sheet (S2S).
Objective: Comprehensive indoor and outdoor characterization and monitoring of PV modules and panels following IEC and ISOS protocols. We correlate environmental data with PV performance under real and standardized conditions, providing side-by-side benchmarking with established PV technologies.
Printed & Flexible electronics
Focus: Development of printed electronics (TFTs, foldable OLEDs, sensors) and supported miniaturized circuits.
Objective: Assembly of portable energy devices and self-powered, flexible platforms for agriculture, smart wearables, IoT, and Industry 4.0 applications. We also develop in-situ characterization techniques to measure material properties during operation.
Neuromorphic Computing & Edge AI
Focus: Engineering of perovskite-based optoelectronic memristors and synaptic devices.
Objective: Development of innovative, self-powered, low-energy artificial intelligence systems that mimic biological synapses and neurons. This research targets decentralized, high-efficiency computation for next-generation autonomous IoT nodes.
