ISOS 16 | International Summit on Organic and Hybrid Photovoltaics Stability

The International Summit on Organic and Hybrid Photovoltaics Stability (ISOS) centers on the critical theme of enhancing the long-term and operational stability of organic and hybrid perovskite solar cells. These emerging photovoltaic technologies are celebrated for their high efficiency and low-cost potential. Commercial uptake is however limited due to lack of understanding and mitigating degradation mechanisms driven by exposure to harsh outdoor real-life working conditions.

Since 2008, this conference has united global experts to address the degradation challenges these solar cells face due to environmental factors like moisture, heat, and light, as well as intrinsic material limitations, which hinder their commercial viability despite lab successes. By exploring standardized testing protocols, innovative materials, and advanced device engineering, ISOS aims to balance efficiency with durability. In this way, the community tries to ensure these promising renewable energy solutions can withstand real-world conditions over time. This will result in further reducing the levelized cost of electricity and thus advancing the practical adoption of these new emerging organic and hybrid photovoltaic solutions.

Conference Objectives

1. Community building: The conference brings together experts from academia and industry to exchange ideas, share research findings, and build a global community focused on improving the longevity and reliability of emerging organic, hybrid, and perovskite photovoltaic technologies.
2. Promoting understanding of stability issues: The conference deepens the understanding of degradation mechanisms and stability challenges in these novel solar cells, addressing both intrinsic material properties and extrinsic environmental factors.
3. Developing standardized protocols: A major goal is to establish consensus testing protocols (effectively reported already as the ISOS protocols) for assessing the stability and lifetime of organic and hybrid solar cells, enabling consistent comparisons across labs, using a.o. international round robin studies) and accelerating progress toward commercialization.
4. Advancing practical applications: By tackling the primary bottleneck of durability, the conference seeks to support the development of novel commercially viable solar technologies.
5. Exploring innovative solutions: It provides a platform to discuss cutting-edge research on materials, device architectures, and protective strategies to mitigate degradation and enhance stability.

Scientific Committee

• Mark Khenkin, Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin
• Monica Lira-Cantu, ICN2
• Vida Engman, SDU
• Nikoleta Kyranaki, imec and Hasselt University (imo-imomec)
• Riikka Suhonen,  VTT
• Michael Owen-Bellini, NREL
• Koen Vandewal, Hasselt University (imo-imomec)
• Quin Luo, Suzhou Institute of Nano-Tech and Nano-Bionics
• Kristelle Bougot, IPVF
• Laurence Lutsen, imec and Hasselt University (imo-imomec)

Programme

ISOS 16 brings together leading experts to shape the future of solar cell stability, covering topics from encapsulation and outdoor degradation to AI, modelling and FAIR data. With sessions on intrinsic stability, low-power PV and indoor degradation studies – alongside interactive round tables and exclusive EnergyVille lab visits – the summit offers a unique glimpse into the breakthroughs driving durable next-generation photovoltaics.

Presenter Guidelines: Posters and Talks

To ensure a smooth and well-organized conference experience, all presenters – both poster and oral – are kindly asked to follow the guidelines outlined below. These instructions cover important details regarding poster dimensions, setup times, and materials, as well as timing, format, and logistics for oral presentations. Please review the relevant sections carefully to prepare your contribution accordingly and help us make ISOS 16 a successful and engaging event for all.

Awards

Three prizes will be awarded during the Closing Ceremony of the Summit:

• Best Oral Presentation – Early Career APL Prize: $300 cash
• Best Poster Presentation – Early Career APL Prize: $200 cash
• Another Best Poster Presentation – Early Career Solar RRL Prize: €150 in Tango Card credits

Contact

Do you have a question or need help? Please contact Aranzazu.Aguirre@imec.be or ISOS16-2025@laurea.be.