SMRTR Science & EngineeringApr 1, 2026Interesting Engineering

Scientists add special molecule to boost tandem solar cell efficiency to 32.76%

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National University of Singapore researchers achieved a record 32.76% efficiency in tandem solar cells by adding 2-mercaptobenzothiazole, a special molecule that prevents harmful crystallization of perovskite layers during manufacturing. The breakthrough also improved long-term stability, with cells retaining 91% efficiency after 1,700 hours of operation.

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