Fundamental photovoltaics

This course focuses on light matter interaction (Generalized Planck Law, reciprocity principle) for the direct conversion of radiation. Light in: thermodynamic limit of photovoltaics (both for single junctions and advanced concepts), and of alternative conversion strategies (photothermal, thermoradiative...). Light out: opto-electronic characterization (photo- & electroluminescence) of materials and devices.