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Influence of Hybrid Perovskite Fabrication Methods on Film Formation, Electronic Structure, and Solar Cell Performance
Published on: February 27, 2017
Orchestrating thiol chemistry toward durable perovskite solar cells
Mingxi Zhao1,2, Muhammed P U Haris3, Wenlei Lv1,2
1School of Materials Science and Engineering, Key Laboratory of Advanced Technologies of Materials (Ministry of Education), Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu, 610031, P. R. China. phuang@swjtu.edu.cn.
Chemical Communications (Cambridge, England)
|August 11, 2026
Summary
Thiol molecules enhance the stability and efficiency of perovskite solar cells (PSCs) by addressing degradation issues. This review details how thiol applications across device interfaces improve performance and longevity.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Renewable Energy
- Photovoltaics
Background:
- Organic-inorganic hybrid perovskite solar cells (PSCs) exhibit excellent optoelectronic properties.
- Commercialization of PSCs is hindered by long-term stability challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review the application of thiol molecules in PSCs.
- To elucidate the mechanisms of thiol-mediated stability improvements.
- To guide the development of efficient and stable PSCs.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of studies incorporating thiol molecules in PSCs.
- Categorization of thiol applications based on spatial distribution (heterojunction, bulk, interfaces).
- Analysis of thiol-induced modifications and their impact on device performance.
Main Results:
- Thiol molecules significantly improve PSC stability by mitigating degradation pathways.
- Strategic placement of thiols at perovskite/transport layer heterojunctions, within the perovskite bulk, and at electrode interfaces enhances device performance.
- Understanding thiol mechanisms is key to optimizing PSC efficiency and longevity.
Conclusions:
- Thiol functionalization is a promising strategy for overcoming PSC stability limitations.
- Further research into novel thiol materials can drive innovation in high-performance solar cells.
- This review provides a framework for developing next-generation, durable perovskite solar technologies.
