Welcome message by the webinar chair Dr. Rabin Basnet:

Join our comprehensive webinar exploring cutting–edge advancements in silicon solar cells and module technology. Our expert panel will delve into various topics, including the latest developments in tunnel oxide passivated contacts, the long–term reliability of high–efficiency silicon modules, and the repair possibility of the backsheets of silicon modules.

Through insightful presentations and discussions, you will gain valuable insights into the latest trends, technologies, and strategies shaping the future of silicon photovoltaic (PV) technologies. Whether you are a researcher from academia or industry, an engineer, or a sustainability enthusiast, this webinar offers a unique opportunity to explore innovative approaches toward building a greener, more resilient future for generations to come.

Welcome message by the webinar chair Dr. Mohamed M. Shehata:

Welcome to our groundbreaking webinar, where we will embark on a journey through the dynamic realm of silicon solar cell technology!

We invite you to contribute to this Special Issue below, dedicated to exploring the latest innovations in silicon solar cell technology. As the world embraces sustainable energy solutions, silicon–based solar cells stand as pillars of reliability and scalability, offering promising avenues for harnessing solar energy.

Throughout this Special Issue, we aim to uncover a plethora of topics, from the enhancement of ingots and wafers to the exploration of advanced cell architectures such as silicon heterojunctions (SHJs) and tunnel oxide passivated contacts (TOPCons). We seek to delve into the intricacies of defect engineering, impurity gettering, and long–term performance reliability, all crucial elements in optimizing the efficiency and durability of silicon solar cells.

Moreover, we eagerly anticipate contributions relating to the burgeoning field of tandem solar cells, where perovskite materials are integrated with silicon to unlock unprecedented potential efficiency. Additionally, we encourage discussions on sustainable practices for managing the end–of–life phase of PV modules, underlining our commitment to circular economy principles within the renewable energy landscape.

As we convene to exchange insights, expertise, and discoveries, we invite researchers, academics, and industry professionals alike to join us in shaping the future of silicon solar cell technology. Together, let us push the boundaries of innovation, propel sustainable energy solutions, and pave the way towards a brighter, greener future for generations to come.

Date: 29 May 2024 at 8:00 a.m. CEST | 2:00 a.m. EDT | 2:00 p.m. CST Asia
Webinar ID: 822 6317 4886
Webinar announcement: https://sciforum.net/event/Materials–13

Register now for free!

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information on how to join the webinar.

Registrations with academic institutional email addresses will be prioritized.

Unable to attend? Register anyway and we will inform you when the recording is available.

Webinar Chairs and Keynote Speakers:

• Rabin Basnet (Chair), School of Engineering, ANU College of Engineering, Computer Science and Cybernetics, The Australian National University, Australia;
• Mohamed M. Shehata (Chair), School of Engineering, ANU College of Engineering, Computer Science and Cybernetics, The Australian National University, Australia;
• Anika Gassner, OFI, Austrian Research Institute for Chemistry and Technology, Vienna, Austria;
• Jana–Isabelle Polzin, Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE, Freiburg, Germany;
• Heping Shen, College of Engineering, Computing and Cybernetics, The Australian National University, Australia.

Please find the relevant Special Issue at the following link:

“Innovations in Silicon–Based Solar Cells”
Guest Editors: Dr. Rabin Basnet and Dr. Mohamed M. Shehata
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 September 2024