PV-TECH LAB
(Fotovoltaik Teknolojiler Ar-Ge Laboratuvarı)
(Photovoltaic Technologies R&D Laboratory)
Laboratory Director: Doç. Dr. Abdullah ÜZÜM (https://avesis.ktu.edu.tr/auzum)
Address: Laboratory Number ELK-2021
Contact: E-mail: auzum@ktu.edu.tr | Phone: +90 462 377 4279
General Information
PV-TECH LAB (Photovoltaic Technologies R&D Laboratory) is a research laboratory operating within the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Karadeniz Technical University, conducting research in the fields of solar cells, thin film technologies, semiconductor structures, nanotechnology, and sustainable energy systems.
Within the scope of the laboratory, theoretical and experimental studies are carried out on silicon-based, perovskite, tandem, and TOPCon solar cells; next-generation high-efficiency photovoltaic structures, thin film coating technologies, anti-reflective surfaces, and energy conversion systems are being developed.
Doç. Dr. Abdullah Üzüm's research focuses particularly on photovoltaic systems, semiconductor technologies, thin film production methods, and high-efficiency solar cells. The laboratory also conducts international collaborations and academic research on sustainable energy technologies.
Vision
PV-TECH LAB aims to contribute to the development of next-generation solar energy technologies that are high-efficiency, low-cost, and environmentally sustainable, by conducting research at international standards in the fields of photovoltaic technologies, semiconductor systems, thin film applications, and sustainable energy technologies.
The laboratory also aims to develop innovative engineering solutions in the areas of clean energy technologies, energy efficiency, and renewable energy conversion systems.
Scientific Working Principles
Scientific Reliability Academic integrity, scientific ethics, transparency, and verifiable research methods are accepted as fundamental principles in all research activities.
Interdisciplinary Approach The integrated evaluation of energy technologies, semiconductor physics, nanotechnology, electronics, and materials science is encouraged.
Equitable and Inclusive Research Culture An inclusive research environment offering equal opportunities for all researchers regardless of gender, language, religion, nationality, or academic background is adopted within the laboratory.
Balance Between Research and Application Theoretical studies are aimed to be supported by experimental validations, prototype development processes, and real-world applications.
Research and Application Areas
Within PV-TECH LAB, research and development activities are conducted in the following areas:
Graduate Thesis Studies
Within PV-TECH LAB, master's and doctoral thesis studies based on simulation-based analyses and experimental applications are conducted in the areas of photovoltaic technologies, semiconductor systems, thin film applications, solar cells, and sustainable energy technologies.
13 May 2026
