“Molecular Engineering of Conjugated Polymers to Research Higher Efficiency “Plastic” Solar Cells.” It’s quite the mouthful.
The simply put title “Solar Cells” is much less intimidating while flipping through a pamphlet of Morehead Planetarium’s activities and events. This presentation, a part of the Science 360 “Out to Lunch” Series, was hosted on Tuesday at noon and gave the audience a look at solar cells.
After a brief run-down of the topic via an interactive show, the real fun began. Professor Wei You gave a look at this topic by explaining design criteria for “ideal” polymers and case studies of solar cells.
Throughout the presentation, there were those who nodded their heads approvingly, or with looks of deep thought. But in the end, my look of utter confusion was mirrored in many of the other audience members.
While a good and informative presentation, it would seem that already having knowledge on this particular topic would have been beneficial to those wanting to attend.
The presentation drew in a wide range of audience members, from a grey haired pair sitting up front, kids whose feet hovered above the ground, to even a four legged observer.
Tisha Tucker explained that she has gone to and enjoyed many of the other presentations provided.
“He did a great job,” she said. “But it was way over our heads.”
Don’t worry Tisha, you are not alone.
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