EPFL Researchers Unravel Quantum-Mechanical Effects Behind Photoluminescence in Thin Gold Films

EPFL researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of nanotechnology by developing a comprehensive model that unravels the quantum-mechanical effects behind photoluminescence in thin gold films. This discovery has the potential to significantly impact the development of solar fuels and batteries. By studying the nanoscale behavior of electrons as they absorb and re-emit light, researchers can gain valuable insights into semiconductor properties and use them to characterize electronic processes, such as those within solar cells.