Abstract
Quantum dot-sensitized solar cells hold the promise to largely increase solar-to-electrical energy conversion efficiency owing to tunable optoelectronic properties and multiple exciton generation (MEG) capability of quantum dots (QDs). In this chapter, recent advances in QD-sensitized three-dimensional (3D) nanostructures for photovoltaic applications, including the synthesis and surface modification of colloidal QDs, chemical bath synthesis of QDs, and integration of QDs with 3D semiconductor nanostructures (e.g., nanoparticles, nanowire, and nanotubes) for solar energy conversion are highlighted, followed by discussion of electronic interaction between QDs and large band gap semiconductors and an outlook on the future research efforts in this field.
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