Scholars@Duke
Nico Hotz

Nico Hotz

Associate Professor of the Practice in the Thomas Lord Department of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science
Thomas Lord Department of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science
nico.hotz@duke.edu
303 Hudson Hall, Mems Department, Durham, NC 27708-0300
303 Hudson Hall, Mems Department, Durham, NC 27708

Research Interests

Interfacial transport phenomena and thermodynamics in energy technology, including phenomena at the micro- and nanoscale. Thermodynamics aspects of photovoltaics, novel sustainable energy conversion technologies, and chemical reactions are an essential part of my research. My main focus in research is the combination of ideas, insights and results from traditional energy technology such as thermal power plants with novel and innovative technologies such a fuel cells and photovoltaic cells based on micro- and nanostructured materials. An essential topi of my research interests is the energetic and exergetic analysis of complex energy conversion and storage systems, especially including renewable and sustainable energy solutions.

Selected Grants

Novel Flexible Quantum Dot Solar Cell for Space Applications

ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Space Grant · 2013 - 2014

External Relationships

  • Harbour International Education Technology

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