Electron Transfer Dynamics in Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells

In this review, we address the materials design parameters that control the processes of charge separation, and thereby device efficiency, in dye-sensitized photoelectrochemical solar cells. The review starts with an overview of the structure, energetics and kinetics of dye-sensitized solar cells. It then goes on to consider in more detail the parameters determining the efficiency of the two primary charge separation steps in these devices: electron injection from the dye excited state into the metal oxide electrode, and regeneration of the dye ground state by the redox electrolyte. We consider the kinetic competition between these desired charge separation steps and the undesired loss pathways of excited state decay to ground and electron recombination with dye cations. The review avoids detailed mathematical and spectroscopic discussion, but rather tries to summarize the key conclusions relevant to materials design. A recurring theme of the review is the energy cost of achieving charge separation, and h...

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