Scholarship Description
Solar cells based on dye-sensitized porous layers of titanium dioxide are presently under active investigation as a low-cost alternative to conventional silicon solar cells. Dye-sensitized solar cells operate by photon absorption by a thin layer of dye molecules attached to a film of titanium dioxide layer. The absorbed photon creates bound electron-hole pairs which are transported to the titanium dioxide layer, which subsequently transports the electrons to a negative electrode. A major challenge in DSSCs is to achieve maximum electron-hole pair formation efficiency with minimum recombination. The overall objective of this project is to examine the factors which influence various quantum processes at the titanium dioxide/dye/electrolyte interfaces using computer program packages such as CASTEP and DMol3. This project is available to a successful recipient of an APA or IPRS Scholarship. It is important to refer to attached for more information and application details.
| Reference Number: | 4921 |
| Study Subject: | Solar cells |
| Web Address: | http://www.unisa.edu.au/resdegrees/howtoapply/default.asp |
| Provided By: | University of South Australia |
| To be undertaken at: | University of South Australia. |
| Level: | Post Graduate |
Availability
This scholarship is offered once only to one person. Open for applications until October 31, 2010.
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is unspecified (per annum). This award is to be used for living expenses. This scholarship is paid annually for the period of 2 years if masters or 3 years if PhD.
Research Information
This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY.
Eligibility
This scholarship is for study in Australia.
Application Details
To apply for this scholarship you must consult the scholarship web site. You can download a PDF with more information about the scholarship here. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
| Main Contact Dr Thilagam Lohe The University of South Australia Email: Thilagam.Lohe@unisa.edu.au Web Site: http://www.unisanet.unisa.edu.au/staff/homepage.asp?Name=Thilagam.Lohe |
