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Hybrid perovskites are exciting materials that enable state-of-the-art technology for solar cells, lighting, lasers and more. We are seeking undergraduate applicants to experience novel research on this topic during the summer under the guidance of renowned faculty at UNC-Chapel Hill, NC State University, and Duke University. Participating faculty span the departments of Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, and Applied Science.
•~12 students will be supported for 10 weeks –starting late May through July.
•Students will experience hands-on contemporary research topics on hybrid organic-inorganic materials including synthesis and processing, modeling and characterization, and device fabrication and testing.
•Applicants must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program and be a US Citizen or permanent resident.
To strengthen inter-institutional relationships, each student partners with a peer working on a complementary project at a different RTNN university. Team-building, professional development, and social activities are interwoven into the program schedule.
There are three objectives for this REU program: (1) To provide a hands-on research experience in hybrid perovskite materials that reinforces student knowledge of cutting-edge characterization techniques and analytical tools that can be used to evaluate the nanoscopic structure of hybrid perovskite systems; (2) to foster student interest in pursuing a career in STEM fields, especially those from underrepresented groups; and (3) to develop communication and networking skills in each of the participants.