Enabling Low-toxicity Perovskites for Next-Generation Indoor Photovoltaics

Indoor photovoltaics (IPV) can capture indoor light energy and directly convert it into electricity, which provides a promising solution to sustainable and reliable portable power sources. The IPV market has witnessed a rapid increase in the past few years with different competing candidate technologies. Halide perovskites have emerged as the most promising candidate for the next-generation IPV technology due to their low cost, high efficiency and ease of scale-up fabrication via various solution processes. However, the state-of-the-art IPV devices are based on lead halide perovskites, which is unfavourable for indoor applications due to the inclusion of toxic element,s and the current efficiency is relatively low. This project aims to design low-toxicity perovskites to address these challenges and enable practical IPV applications by unlocking the full potential of these emerging materials.

This project is supported by the Research project scholarship.

Learn more about the Research project scholarship.

Your application will be assessed on a competitive basis.

We take into account your:

• previous academic record
• publication record
• honours and awards
• employment history

A working knowledge of material science, physics or chemistry would be of benefit to someone working on this project.

You will demonstrate academic achievement in the field/s of solar cells and optoelectronic devices and the potential for scholastic success.

A background or knowledge of halide perovskite materials is highly desirable.

You must submit an expression of interest (EOI) by 12 January, 2026 12 January, 2026.

Before you apply

1. Check your eligibility for the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
2. Prepare your documentation.
3. If you have any questions about whether the project is suitable for your research interests, contact Dr Miaoqiang Lyu (m.lyu@uq.edu.au).

When you apply

To apply, submit an expression of interest (EOI) for the program. You don't need to apply separately for the project or scholarship. How to submit an EOI

In your EOI, complete the ‘Scholarship/Sponsorship’ section with the following details:

1. Are you applying for an advertised project: 'Yes'
2. Project: 'Research project scholarship'
3. Scholarship Code Listed in the Advertisement: PEROVSKITES-LYU
4. Link to Scholarship Advertisement: https://study.uq.edu.au/study-options/phd-mphil-professional-doctorate/projects/enabling-low-toxicity-perovskites-next-generation-indoor-photovoltaics

Submit an EOI