Projects.The research projects that we develop are in the fields of chemistry and materials science. They are oriented towards the synthesis of innovative semiconductor materials for applications in optoelectronics, in photovoltaics and thermoelectricity. Our research covers fundamental studies, to understand the relationships between structure and properties, and methodological developments to facilitate the integration of the new materials into devices and enable their advanced characterization.
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Projects funded by ANR
MONOPOLY (2023-2026)
Funder : Agence Nationale de la Recherche (ANR) Role : Partner More efficient and stable organic photovoltaics incorporating fullerene-free acceptor polymers Abstract : The goal of MONOPOLY is the development of NFA-polymers with improved charge carrier mobility, crystallinity and compatibility with air processing. MONOPOLY targets to produce square-centimetre sized solar cells with PCE over 15% and 10 years stability. PINS (2025-2028)
Funder : Agence Nationale de la Recherche (ANR) Role : Partner Abstract : In this project, we will synthesize organic NPs made of a blend of two photoactive materials. We will covalently attach cobalt co-catalysts to the surface of the NPs and evaluate the photocatalytic behaviour of these novel objects towards H2 production. Indye (2024-2027)
Funder : Agence Nationale de la Recherche (ANR) (ANR-24-MER3-0001-01) Role : Partner Abstract : INDYE is a European consortium of 4 partners aiming to develop efficient and innovative solutions to for powering small electronic devices using photovoltaic devices adapted to artificial light sources. Based on recent advances in the field of DSSCs, INDYE is targeting efficiencies of >45% for IPV applications by identifying the electrical, electronic and optical factors that limit performance under typical indoor light sources. |
European Projects
PISCO -ERC Ad-Grant (2019-2025)
Funder : European Research Council (ERC) Grant number: 832606 Role : Renaud Demadrille (PI) Abstract: The project, "PISCO" (Photochromic Solar Cells: Towards Photovoltaic Devices with Variable and Self-Adaptable Optical Transmission), focuses on the development of photochromic solar cells, these new generation hybrid cells are photovoltaic devices with variable optical transmission. In other words, these new photovoltaic devices based on organic dyes will have a light transmission and energy production that can be self-adapted according to weather conditions. The project aims to develop this technology, which could be used in the building or automotive sector.
MENTOR (2024-2028)
Funder : European Union’s Horizon Europe (HORIZON) Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Doctoral Networks (MSCA-DN) HORIZON-MSCA-2023-DN-01 Role : Partner Renaud Demadrille (PI) Cyril Aumaitre (co-PI) Abstract: The MENTOR research initiative will provide a comprehensive and versatile technical platform for the development of next-generation indoor photovoltaics (IPVs) that efficiently re-use energy from artificial illumination to power electronics, eventually contributing to an energy- and climate-neutral future. MENTOR aims to unlock the full potential of IPVs taking into consideration growing concerns about sustainability, through the establishment of the first international network of 8 universities, 7 industrial partners, and 5 research centers. |
SYNFLUX-LUMICALS (2024-2028)
Funder : Agence Nationale de la Recherche (ANR) Role : Partner Abstract : aims to develop innovative strategies for more efficient collection and use of light in solar fuel production devices. It is based on a nature-inspired approach that aims to better understand, control and synchronise the spatial and temporal aspects ranging from photon absorption to charge generation, transport and exploitation through hybrid interfaces. It builds on advances in photovoltaics and multi-electronic redox catalysis to promote the emergence and deployment of photocatalytic and photoelectrocatalytic devices composed exclusively of abundant elements, in particular molecular dyes. SYNFLUX-LUMICALS is structured in three strands, supported by the use of a wide range of state-of-the-art characterisation techniques. Past 10-Years Projects
GRANTH (2020-2023) Funder : IDEX-Grenoble (ANR-15-IDEX-02) Role : Cyril Aumaitre (PI) NFA-15 (2018-2022) Funder : Agence Nationale de la Recherche (ANR) Project-number : ANR-17-CE05-0020 Role : Partner HARVESTERS (2017-2021) Funder : Agence Nationale de la Recherche Project-number : ANR-16-CE05-0029 Role : Partner ODYCE (2015-2019) Funder : Agence Nationale de la Recherche (ANR) Project-number : ANR-14-OHRI-0003 Role : Renaud Demadrille (PI) ADIOS-Ruthenium (2012-2014) Funder : European Commission Project-number : 315131 Role : Partner Tandori (2012-2015) Funder : Agence Nationale de la Recherche (ANR) Project-number : ANR-11-PRGE-0011 Role : Partner |
