Perovskite Films as Functional Coatings: Synthesis and Applications

Dear Colleagues,

Perovskite materials are frequently utlized for photovoltaic and optoelectronic applications because of their excellent physical properties and simple, low-temperature, and low-cost chemical methods of synthesis and deposition on various substrates. Additionally, the versatility of perovskite films extends to their use as functional coatings, as they can enhance the performance of devices by improving light absorption, charge transport, and stability. The efficiency of perovskite solar cells achieves the level of conventional Si-based cells and can even surpass the Shockley–Queisser efficiency limit in various strategies. Moreover, recent advances in enhancing the durability of perovskite cells strengthens their position on the market. Therefore, focusing research on related directions within this Special Issue becomes increasingly important.

This Special Issue aims to showcase the latest experimental and theoretical developments in the field, featuring original research papers and review articles from research groups worldwide. In particular, the topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Optimizing the synthesis methods for perovskite films;
• Investigating the role of perovskite films as functional coatings in improving device performance;
• Developing multifunctional coatings that integrate perovskite materials with other components for enhanced device capabilities;
• Theoretical modeling of charge transport mechanisms and exciton dynamics in perovskite films;
• Metallic functional coatings for the improve of light absorption of perovskite layers;
• Plasmonic coatings for tandem cells, including perovskite layers;
• Quantum effects in the perovskite substrate  induced by plasmonic coatings.

Prof. Dr. Lucjan Jacak
Dr. Witold A. Jacak
Guest Editors

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