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We developed an efficient hole extraction layer using molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) quantum dots with UV-ozone treatment for organic solar cells (OSCs). This enhanced layer significantly boosts power conversion efficiency and device stability.

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  • Materials Science
  • Renewable Energy
  • Nanotechnology

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  • High-performance organic solar cells (OSCs) require efficient hole extraction layers (HELs).
  • Existing HELs face challenges in achieving optimal performance and stability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a novel, efficient, and stable HEL for OSCs.
  • To investigate the impact of UV-ozone treatment on MoS2 quantum dots (QDs) for HEL applications.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of HELs using MoS2 quantum dots (QDs).
  • Application of UV-ozone (UVO) treatment to MoS2 QDs, creating O-MoS2 QDs.
  • Characterization of optophysical properties, morphology, and photovoltaic performance of OSCs.

Main Results:

  • O-MoS2 QDs formed homogeneous, pinhole-free films suitable as interfacial layers.
  • OSCs with O-MoS2 QDs achieved a power conversion efficiency (PCE) of 8.66%, a significant improvement.
  • Enhanced stability was observed for OSCs utilizing MoS2 QD-based HELs compared to PEDOT:PSS.

Conclusions:

  • UVO-treated MoS2 QDs (O-MoS2 QDs) are highly effective as HELs for OSCs.
  • O-MoS2 QDs offer superior performance and stability, demonstrating their potential for next-generation OSCs.
  • MoS2 QDs represent a promising material for advancing OSC technology.