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Imaging Excited State Dynamics in Layered 2D Perovskites with Transient Absorption Microscopy
The Journal of Physical Chemistry. A
|November 16, 2019
Summary
We measured quantum well concentrations in 2D hybrid perovskite films and studied carrier motion. Film morphology, not material type, controls recombination dynamics, crucial for microcavity lasers.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Optoelectronics
Background:
- Two-dimensional (2D) hybrid perovskites are promising for photovoltaics and lasers.
- Layered perovskite films exhibit heterogeneous quantum well distributions.
- Directional energy/electron transfer is facilitated by varying quantum well sizes.
Purpose of the Study:
- Quantify quantum well concentration profiles across film depths.
- Investigate lateral carrier diffusion and recombination dynamics.
- Understand the role of film morphology versus material composition.
Main Methods:
- Focused ion beam milling for depth-profiling quantum well concentrations.
- Transient absorption microscopy for carrier diffusion and recombination studies.
- Comparative analysis with phase-pure single crystals.
Main Results:
- Quantum well concentrations were mapped as a function of depth.
- Carrier diffusion is suppressed in films due to grain boundaries.
- Suppressed diffusion enhances two-body recombination rates.
- Film morphology, not material, dictates recombination dynamics.
Conclusions:
- Film morphology is the dominant factor in two-body recombination.
- Enhanced two-body recombination is beneficial for microcavity laser applications.
- This work provides critical insights into charge carrier dynamics in 2D perovskites.
