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September 17, 2025
SOLAR DAILY
New research drives perovskite solar cells toward real-world applications



Berlin, Germany (SPX) Sep 17, 2025
Perovskites, a family of materials defined by their crystal structure rather than elemental composition, are emerging as a low-cost, efficient, and adaptable alternative to silicon in solar power. Nam-Gyu Park, a pioneer in the field who developed the first working perovskite solar cell, is now working to move the technology closer to market readiness by improving its durability and scalability. Park's breakthroughs include enhancing crystal quality and preventing degradation caused by moisture, h ... read more

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