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A Low-Temperature, Solution-Processable, Cu-Doped Nickel Oxide Hole-Transporting Layer via the Combustion Method for High-Performance Thin-Film Perovskite Solar Cells

Journal Article · · Advanced Materials
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  1. Univ. of Washington, Seattle, WA (United States); University of Washington
  2. Univ. of Washington, Seattle, WA (United States)

The promising photophysical properties of the emerging organometallic halide perovskites, such as intense broadband absorption, high charge carrier mobility, and long charge diffusion length, have enabled the rapid development in solar cells reaching over 20% power conversion effi ciency (PCE) recently. Especially, the low material cost and facile solution processability of perovskites are very attractive as next-generation photovoltaic materials for sustainable energy.

Research Organization:
Univ. of Washington, Seattle, WA (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE)
Grant/Contract Number:
EE0006710
OSTI ID:
1343447
Journal Information:
Advanced Materials, Journal Name: Advanced Materials Journal Issue: 47 Vol. 27; ISSN 0935-9648
Publisher:
WileyCopyright Statement
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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