About Sam
I am a…
Concerned citizen, Environmentalist, Scientist, World traveler
Bio
Sam Stranks is a Professor of Optoelectronics at the University of Cambridge and a leading figure in the field of renewable energy and photovoltaics. His research focuses on developing high-performance perovskite solar cells, with a particular emphasis on improving efficiency and sustainability in solar energy technologies. As a co-founder of Swift Solar, he is actively involved in translating his research into real-world applications. Additionally, Stranks is dedicated to STEM education, creating innovative educational platforms through projects like Sustain/Ed to inspire and empower students to address climate change through practical solutions. His work not only advances cutting-edge solar photovoltaic technologies but also contributes to the development of new medical imaging technologies using emerging semiconductors for early disease detection.
I'm passionate about
energy solutions, climate change science and policy
An idea worth spreading
I am working on a new, low-cost solar photovoltaic technology called perovskite. Find out more at my links above.
Areas of expertise
Chemistry, Climate, Disease Research, Materials Science, Medical Imaging, Physics, Power Systems, Renewable Energy, Science Education, Solar Energy, Solar Photovoltaic Technology
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