The Department of Physics is delighted to welcome Professor Petra Camron (University of Bath) as a Colloquium Speaker for the academic year 2026/27. Please join us to listen to Professor Camron's seminar.
A reception will be held directly after the seminar, where tea and coffee will be provided.
The seminar is open to anyone from the university, students are encouraged to attend.
Title
From Mobile Ions to Culture Wars: The Promise and Challenges of Perovskite Solar Cells
Abstract
Perovskite solar cells have transformed photovoltaic research, combining exceptional optoelectronic properties with unprecedented rates of technological progress. This talk will introduce perovskite materials and the fundamental principles underlying their operation in solar cells. It will also look at the unusual role of mobile ions in perovskite materials, and how ionic motion influences device performance, stability, hysteresis, and degradation.
The talk will also reflect on the wider landscape in which renewable-energy technologies are developed and deployed. As societies seek to decarbonise energy systems, scientific evidence must often compete with misinformation, political polarisation, and public uncertainty. Understanding these broader influences is increasingly important for researchers seeking to translate scientific advances into real-world impact. Together, these themes highlight the interconnected scientific and societal challenges facing the clean-energy transition.
Bio
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