Dane W. deQuilettes

Dane W. deQuilettes is an Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Princeton University, affiliated with the Department of Electrical Engineering. His research interests include Applied Physics, Energy & Environment, Materials & Devices, and Quantum Engineering. His work focuses on the control of defects in functional materials for applications in quantum information systems, solar energy harvesting, and efficient light emission. He collaborates with global groups specializing in quantum sensors and photovoltaic devices and has previously worked at MIT-LL and cofounded Optigon, Inc. His research group is currently recruiting graduate students and postdocs.

Dane W. deQuilettes is an Assistant Professor in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Princeton University, specializing in solar energy, semiconductor physics, materials chemistry, and quantum science. His research focuses on improving the efficiency and stability of perovskite-based solar cells through advanced material engineering and surface passivation techniques. He investigates the impact of microstructure, halide redistribution, and ligand passivation on carrier lifetime and optoelectronic performance. His work also explores the role of moisture, exciton dynamics, and surface fields in enhancing photovoltaic performance. Additionally, he examines the integration of plasmonic nanostructures and defect suppression strategies to achieve high quantum efficiency and reduced recombination in hybrid perovskite films.