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Episode 59: Photovoltaic Materials

Episode 59: Photovoltaic Materials

FromMaterialism: A Materials Science Podcast


Episode 59: Photovoltaic Materials

FromMaterialism: A Materials Science Podcast

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Length:
20 minutes
Released:
Aug 29, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

We all know that solar panels take heat from the sun and turn it into energy/ What you may not know is the science behind that process and the materials that make it possible. Taylor sits down with his adventure buddy/photovoltaics expert Mike Scarpulla from the University of Utah.
This episode is sponsored by Materials Today, an Elsevier community dedicated to the creation and sharing of materials science knowledge and experience through their peer-reviewed journals, academic conferences, educational webinars, and more.
Thanks to Kolobyte and Alphabot for letting us use their music in the show!
If you have questions or feedback please send us emails at [email protected] or connect with us on social media: Instagram, Twitter.
Materialism Team: Taylor Sparks (co-creator,co-host), Andrew Falkowski (co-creator,co-host), Jared Duffy (production, marketing, and editing), Ramsey Issa(editing assistance).
Keywords: Solar Power Alternative Energy Photovoltaics Green Power
Released:
Aug 29, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (98)

In this podcast, Taylor and Andrew investigate the past, present, and future of materials science and engineering. Topic areas ranging from cutting edge materials technology, the history of different materials, the commercialization of new materials, and exciting advances in processing and characterization are all covered in detail. Our episodes include things like the unlikely discovery of superglue or teflon, the fascinating backstories about modern biomaterials like dialysis filters, and updates on new technologies including wearable electronics, next generation batteries, and nanomaterials. In short, we hope to help listeners understand the critical role that materials have played in society and even glimpse into what the future may hold for new materials.