The efficiency of solar panels has been increased by 40 percent

The efficiency of thin film-based solar cells has been increased by 40% using manganese, germanium, and silver elements in studies conducted at Niğde Ömer Halisdemir University. Providing information about the studies, Associate Professor Dr. Yavuz Atasoy from the Department of Medical Services and Techniques, Optician Program of Zübeyde Hanım Health Services Vocational School at Niğde Ömer Halisdemir University, stated that they have been working on thin film-based solar cells for nearly four years in a project supported by TÜBİTAK. Atasoy said, ‘We are developing a project at our university’s Central Research Laboratory Nanotechnology Application and Research Center to increase the efficiency of solar cells. Within the scope of these studies, we are conducting research to improve the cell performance of CZTSe thin film-based solar cells formed by bringing together copper, zinc, tin, and selenium elements. We have published numerous articles in prestigious international journals and nationally on the subject. By improving the structural and opto-electronic properties of materials such as manganese, germanium, and silver, we have successfully increased cell efficiency by 40%.’ Niğde Ömer Halisdemir University Rector Prof. Dr. Hasan Uslu, emphasizing that energy, agriculture-food, and nanotechnology are among the university’s priority areas, stated that academic staff and researchers at Niğde Ömer Halisdemir University Central Research Laboratory are conducting very important studies. Rector Uslu noted that scientific studies and developed projects are important for the university in this field. Rector Uslu said, ‘In today’s world where the importance of renewable and alternative energy technologies and energy efficiency is increasing day by day, increasing the efficiency of thin film-based solar cells by 40% through the studies conducted at our university is a proud development. I congratulate Associate Professor Dr. Yavuz Atasoy and his team and wish them continued success. As the only state university specializing in hydrogen and fuel cells, our studies in fuel cells continue at Niğde Ömer Halisdemir University, and in this regard, I believe that our studies in solar cells will also make significant contributions to energy in Turkey and our university.’