Thin Films of Aziridinium-Based Hybrid Perovskites

Hybrid organic-inorganic perovskites are a type of materials that combine organic and inorganic components. Their key feature is semiconductivity which allows to use the offered materials as active layers in different device. These materials offer several advantages such as their easy processability in solution-based techniques, the capacity to change their physical properties through simple chemical modifications, and their exceptional charge-transfer properties.
An important application for these materials is their utilization in producing highly efficient solar panels. These panels effectively convert sunlight into electrical energy. Beyond this, there is ongoing exploration of their potential in crafting specialized light sensors, miniature LEDs, and even lasers.
Until recently, the synthesis of these materials was mostly performed using only two organic cations. Recently a research team from Ukraine has identified the third type of cation that allows to obtain hybrid perovskites with low band gaps. However, this new type of perovskites remains largely non-investigated.
Hence, this Tandem Collaboration aims to study these novel hybrid materials. The objective is to generate thin layers of new perovskite materials and analyse their behaviour. The primary emphasis of this project is to attain a better comprehension of these materials' functionality and their potential for enhancing photovoltaic and optoelectronic devices. This project will establish lasting collaborations and facilitate joint research initiatives. Thanks to the creation of a tandem of two researchers which have complementary expertise, multiple joint investigations of new perovskite materials will become possible.