Research Scopes on Renewable Energy Applications

Dr Naveed Hussain, Lecturer, Department of Engineering, delivered an inspiring talk on the topic “Research Scopes on Renewable Energy Applications” on behalf of the Research and Consultancy Committee of the Engineering Department on 10 May 2018 from 1:30 to 2:00pm.    

He highlighted the importance of research on photovoltaics, developing better solar collectors and solar concentrators to tap the sun’s energy.  He discussed the latest developments in Bio Hybrid Solar cells whose electrical current output is 1000 times that of conventional solar cells.  These cells have been manufactured in laboratories by injecting a complex protein from spinach leaves.  He also briefly touched upon the improvements made in infra-red plastic solar cells that are flexible and not rigid like the conventional solar panels. Hybrid models such as Solar-Wind Hybrid Power and Solar-Diesel Hybrid Power were also addressed.

He gave a brief outline on how to calculate a budget proposal for getting adequate funding and research. The talk was well received by the audience with a very wide applause and appreciation for the inspiration given.