Perovskite materials: from synthesis to solar energy conversion applications

This chapter emphasizes upon the recent trends in the synthesis, fabrication processing and applications of perovskite materials. The synthesis of single and macrocrystals, synthesis of nanocrystals and quantum dots, and, also, the perovskite films have been thoroughly discussed. In the subsequent sections, the trending applications of perovskite materials ranging from catalysis to photovoltaics and optoelectronics have been presented. This embodies the progress of perovskite solar cells, light-emitting diodes, LASERs, photodetectors, photocatalytic reduction reactions, and photocatalytic degradation using various inorganic and hybrid perovskite materials. Finally, the conclusion and future perspective is provided to highlight the pros and cons regarding the development and applications of perovskite materials.