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Solar

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Students search for machine learning solutions to solar problems in Cyprus

Students go abroad in search of machine learning solutions for solar as part of the National Science Foundation’s International Research Experiences for Students program.
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ASU-based startup meets demands of the new space economy

ASU researcher's startup Regher Solar is developing flexible, ultra-thin silicon solar panels and manufacturing processes to advance solar energy in space.
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Cody Friesen standing with solar panels

Inventions for developing world lead to Lemelson-MIT Prize

Cody Friesen was awarded the 2019 Lemelson-MIT Prize for invention for his work addressing the need for access to fresh water and reliable energy in the developing world.
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Lighting the way for future photovoltaics innovators

Nine teams of high school students presented their innovative solar energy projects at the IEEE Photovoltaic Specialists Conference High School Competition.
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Powering knowledge of solar cell components for a brighter future

Zachary Holman looks to better understand and augment the behavior of solar cell electrical contacts to increase the efficiency of solar energy conversion.
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Solar advances earn Holman IEEE young professional award

Zachary Holman's contributions to silicon-based tandem solar cells earned him the top recognition for young researchers in the photovoltaic community.
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Harnessing the power of solar to enhance the electric grid

Professor Raja Ayyanar will lead a $3.6 million project from the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Energy Technologies Office to enhance power system resilience.
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Solar engineer named Palais Distinguished Faculty Scholar

Assistant Professor Mariana Bertoni in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering has been awarded the Palais Distinguished Faculty Scholar Award.
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ASU engineers break solar cell record

Arizona State University researchers are finding more efficient ways to harness the sun’s energy through tandem solar cells.
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Teachers’ experiences in ASU research translate to inspiration for young students

ASU engineering research centers are helping K-12 and community college teachers bring the excitement of STEM exploration and discovery into their classrooms.
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ASU researcher innovates solar energy technology in space

Stanislau Herasimenka is developing solar cell technology that is cheaper and more resilient to the harsh environment of space with his startup, Regher Solar.
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Summer research sizzles at ASU

Arizona State University’s Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering hosted four National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates programs this summer.
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ASU research demonstrates silicon-based tandem photovoltaic modules can compete in solar market

Nature-Energy features ASU study that depicts acceptable intersection of improved solar technology costs vs. efficiency.
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Energizing research

Combining their varied expertise, ASU and Pakistan researchers are seeking to overcome hurdles to sustainable energy for underserved populations.
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High school students embark on cross-country trek in solar-powered cars

The Solar Car Challenge features teams of high school students learning how to plan, design, engineer, build, race and evaluate roadworthy solar cars. This year the students’ journey includes a stop in Tempe at Arizona State University.
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Cool partnership solves hot problem

Through the eProjects program, students in the Fulton Schools have been working with local company Mr. Misters over the last two semesters on the redesign of a photovoltaic bimini frame to house a misting system that will be used to cool passengers of runabout style boats.
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Photo of seven women posing outdoors. Caption: Fulton Schools sustainable engineering doctoral student Evvan Morton (far left) and Shakira Hobbs, an engineering research associate at the University of Virginia (far right), are shown with school teachers in the Belize village of Sittee River. Morton and Hobbs are leaders of a project aimed at helping the remote rural community to adopt renewable energy technology and establish an environmentally safe waste management system. Photo courtesy of Evvan Morton and Shakira Hobbs.

It takes a village: acting locally, thinking globally

International community outreach projects are preparing engineering doctoral student for a career to help make the world more environmentally sustainable.
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Photo of two men standing next to each other. Caption: Yuji Zhao (left) poses with U.S. Representative Lamar Smith, chairman of the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. Zhao was one of a select few invited to meet with members of Congress to talk about advances in technology for space applications during the November 29 NASA Tech Day event. Photo courtesy of Yuji Zhao

ASU engineer showcases NASA research to Congress on Capitol Hill

Yuji Zhao was among the distinguished few invited by NASA to present their research to U.S. Congress members on Capitol Hill, where he described using gallium nitride for high-temperature solar cells and photovoltaics
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Date range December 2019 – January 2018