Two-dimensional MXene incorporating for electron and hole transport in high-performance perovskite solar cells

Dimensional diversity (0D, 1D, 2D, and 3D) in perovskite solar cells: exploring the potential of mixed-dimensional integrations

“…Recently, perovskite solar cells (PSCs) have received interest because of their potential to revolutionize the photovoltaic (PV) industry. [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17] The power conversion efficiencies (PCEs) of PSCs have been demonstrated to be impressive, exceeding 25% under lab conditions. 18,19 This efficiency level is on par with commonly used traditional silicon-based solar cells.…”

Metal oxide-embedded carbon-based materials for polymer solar cells and X-ray detectors

“…Polymer solar cells (PSCs) have become a promising technology in the field of renewable energy, providing a flexible and sustainable method of capturing solar energy. 1–16 PSCs are viable options for large-scale energy production because they are affordable, lightweight, and can be created using solution-based processes. 9–11,17–19 However, in order to reach their full potential, scientists have been working nonstop to find new ways to boost the effectiveness, stability, and scalability of these solar cells.…”

“…The extraordinary properties of these atom-thin nanosheets, including reduced graphene oxide (rGO) and carbon nanotubes (CNTs), can be used to engineer crucial interfaces within PSCs. 1,12–15,26–28 Scientists hope to address some of the major issues that PSCs face, such as limited light absorption, charge carrier mobility, and operational stability, by carefully designing these interfaces. This area of study, also known as “2D nanomaterials interface engineering”, has created new opportunities for improving the overall performance of PSCs.…”

MXene-modified electrodes and electrolytes in dye-sensitized solar cells

“…MXenes are special structural and electrical two-dimensional (2D) transition metal carbides, nitrides, or carbonitrides. 13–35 They are created by carefully etching layers of MAX phases, where MAX stands for carbon or nitrogen, M for an early transition metal, and A for a group 13 or 14 element. 36,37 MXenes are appealing for various energy storage and conversion applications, including DSSCs, due to their high specific surface area, electrical conductivity, and tunable surface chemistry.…”