How chemists are unlocking the potential of solar energy conversion
In short: As the global population grows, finding sustainable energy becomes vital. This discussion explores how chemists use advanced spectroscopy to understand the mechanisms behind dye-sensitised solar cells.
Professor Lesley Yellowlees of the University of Edinburgh examines the role of inorganic electrochemistry in solving the international challenge of sustainable energy. Her research focuses on electron transfer reactions, which are essential for solar energy conversion, catalytic processes, and chemical biology pathways.
By using specialized techniques like UV/Vis and EPR spectroelectrochemistry, her team aims to characterize the redox properties of compounds within dye-sensitised solar cells to improve their effectiveness.
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