Zhiyuan CHEN

Employment experience:

2023 – 2024: Process Integration Engineer (Tongwei Solar Energy, China)

2018 – 2023: R&D Engineer (Nuclear Power Institute of China, China)

Education:

2024 – Now: Doctor of Philosophy in Photovoltaic Engineering (UNSW)

2015 – 2018: Master of Engineering (Sichuan University, China)

2010 – 2014: Bachelor of Engineering (Hubei University of Science and Technology, China)

Research Interests:

• PV characterisation techniques, such as luminescence imaging, to analyse solar cell performance

• Passivation techniques to reduce surface recombination and improve device efficiency

Why is your research important?

My research addresses global challenges such as global warming and the energy crisis. By employing advanced characterisation techniques to detect and resolve defects, I focus on enhancing the conversion efficiency of photovoltaic cells. This is particularly important for silicon-based and perovskite solar cells, which are crucial in achieving sustainable energy solutions.

What do you like about research?

I believe that research holds the potential to shape my future and drive global transformation. It provides the means to understand the fundamental laws of the universe and apply this knowledge to advance both technological and human development. By harnessing these insights, we can address critical challenges facing humanity and the planet, ultimately fostering a deeper alignment with the greater universe.

What do you like to do when you are not saving the world?

Taking walks with my family, reading books on awakening and spirituality, snorkeling, and meditating.