Research batch · Batch 02

DFT + SCAPS-1D Solar Cell Research

Combine first-principles DFT material calculations with SCAPS-1D device simulation to design efficient solar cells, from theory to a submitted paper.

Md. Wahid Al Islam Quantum ESPRESSO, CASTEP, VASP, SCAPS-1D 6–7 live classes + guided research Undergraduate & Graduate★ 5

What you'll learn

  1. Solar cell physics and device structures
  2. DFT basics: band structure, density of states and optical properties
  3. SCAPS-1D: layers, defects, J–V curves and quantum efficiency
  4. Choosing a novel research topic and gap together with your mentor
  5. Running the simulations, analysing and optimising the results
  6. Writing the paper and submitting it to a journal or conference

How a research batch works

1. Theory & software

6–7 live classes that teach the theory and the simulation software step by step.

2. Choose a topic

We choose a novel research topic together, based on what the batch has learned.

3. Research together

Run simulations, analyse results and solve problems with your mentor and batch.

4. Publish

We write and submit the paper together. Authorship is based on each member's contribution.

Each batch has at most 10 students, so everyone gets real attention. Enrollment stays open until the batch has enough students. Then classes begin and enrollment for that batch closes, so join early. You also receive a verifiable certificate.

Instructor

Md. Wahid Al Islam

Md. Wahid Al Islam

B.Sc., M.Sc. in EEE · University of Chittagong

Researcher in 2D materials, semiconductor devices, optoelectronics and wide-bandgap devices.

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Batch 02 is enrolling: enrollment is open and classes start once it fills. Student profiles appear here once they set up their portal.

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