Nimra Bashir

Nimra's PhD research focuses on next-generation organic solar cells and intrinsic charge generation in Y6.

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Chemistry PhD Student
School of Chemical and Physical Sciences

Profile

I completed my BSc (Hons.) and Master’s degrees in Chemistry from the University of the Punjab, Pakistan. I have prior experience in the synthesis of nanomaterials and the fabrication of sensor devices for environmental monitoring. My research focuses on advanced organic and hybrid semiconductor materials for sustainable energy technologies, with an emphasis on next-generation photovoltaics and optoelectronic devices. Through this work, I aim to contribute to the development of efficient, low-cost, and environmentally friendly solar energy solutions.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science (Hons), University of the Punjab
Master of Philosophy, University of the Punjab

Research interests

Next-generation photovoltaics, materials science, solar cells, organic and hybrid semiconductors, optoelectronic devices, advanced materials for energy and environmental applications.

PhD topic

Next-Generation Organic Solar Cells: Electrostatic Junctions and Intrinsic Charge Generation in Y6

Supervisors

Dr Paul Hume, School of Chemical and Physical Sciences

Dr Kai Chen, School of Chemical and Physical Sciences

Associated labs

Ultrafast Laser Spectroscopy
Advanced Functional Luminescence