Dyesol raises bar on DSC R&D: teams with renowned expert at Japan’s NIMS

November 26, 2010
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A renewed and concerted effort is underway to push the cell efficiency boundaries of dye solar cell (DSC) materials and process technology, via a joint collaboration agreement between Dyesol and the National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) of Japan. Leading the R&D will be renowned DSC researcher, Dr Liyuan Han of NIMS and Dyesol's Dr Gavin Tulloch.

Dr Tulloch, Director of Technology, Dyesol, said “This presents a unique opportunity for Dyesol to extend the boundaries of DSC efficiencies through a concerted effort in materials development with a world-leading institution, led by a recognised expert in the field.”

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The research collaboration is expected to initially last three-years with results transferred into Dyesol's commercial partner projects, including Tata Steel Europe & Pilkington, North America.

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