Dr. Nakita Noel

Biography

My research lies at the intersection of solid-state physics, chemistry, and materials science, uncovering the fundamental processes that govern thin-film crystallization and defect formation in semiconductor materials. Currently, I focus on elucidating the intricate relationships between precursor chemistry, crystallization kinetics, and defect formation in metal halide perovskites fabricated using solution-based vapor-phase deposition approaches. By combining advanced nanoscale characterization techniques with measurements of bulk and thin-film properties, my work seeks to disentangle atomic-level interactions and phase evolution pathways that influence thin-film morphology, defect landscapes, and the optoelectronic properties of thin-film devices. The insights gained are intended to bridge the gap between fundamental chemical mechanisms and practical materials device physics, enabling the rational design of new precursor systems, solvent environments, and deposition modalities tailored to achieve high-performance semiconductor thin films. Ultimately, my overarching goal is to translate this fundamental understanding into tangible performance improvements for perovskite-based optoelectronic devices, particularly high-efficiency solar cells and light-emitting diodes (LEDs), providing guiding principles for the development of next-generation semiconductors.

Research Interests