Koray Kara

Experienced with advanced research methodologies and data analysis in scientific studies. Utilizes cutting-edge techniques to drive innovative research outcomes. Track record of producing high-quality publications and collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

Dedicated scientist with strong expertise in research methodologies, data analysis, and scientific writing. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams and adapt to evolving project needs. Skilled in experimental design, statistical analysis, and advanced laboratory techniques. Known for delivering impactful results and consistently driving projects to successful completion.

Knowledgeable Postdoc (f/m/d) Development of All-Perovskite Triple Junction Solar Cells with robust background in scientific research and advanced analytical techniques. Notable for contributing to groundbreaking studies and publishing in peer-reviewed journals. Demonstrated expertise in data analysis and experimental design, showcasing strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

• Publications in peer-reviewed journals:
• Koray Kara, Duygu Akin Kara, Cişem Kirbiyik, Mustafa Ersoz, Ozlem Usluer, Alejandro L. Briseno, Mahmut Kuş, “Solvent washing with toluene enhances efficiency and increases reproducibility in perovskite solar cells. RSC Adv., 2016, 6(32), 26606-26611., Doi: 10.1039/C5RA27122C
• Duygu Akin Kara, Edmund K. Burnett, Koray Kara, Ozlem Usluer, Benjamin P. Cherniavski, Edward J. Barron, Burak Gultekin, Mahmut Kus and Alejandro L. Briseno. “Rubrene single crystal solar cells and the effect of crystallinity on interfacial recombination, Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys, 2022, 24, 10869
• Ç Kirbiyik, DA Kara, K Kara, S Büyükçelebi, MZ Yiğit, M Can, M Kuş, “Improving the performance of inverted polymer solar cells through modification of compact TiO2 layer by different boronic acid functionalized self-assembled monolayers”, Applied Surface Science, 2019 479, 177-184.
• Duygu Akin Kara, Koray Kara, Gorkem Oylumluoglu, M. Zeliha Yiğit, Mustafa Can, Jae Joon Kim, Edmund K. Burnett, David L. Gonzalez Arellano, Sümeyra Buyukcelebi, Faruk Ozel, Ozlem Usluer, Alejandro L. Briseno, Mahmut Kuş “Enhanced device efficiency and long-term stability via boronic acid-based self-assembled monolayer modification of ITO in planar perovskite solar cell”, 2018, ACS Appl. Mater. Interfaces 10, 35, 30000-30007.
• Cisem Kirbiyik, Koray Kara, Duygu Akin Kara, Mesude Zeliha Yiğit, Bilal Istanbul, Mustafa Can, Niyazi Serdar Sariciftci, Markus Scharber, Mahmut Kuş, “Enhancing the c-TiO2 based perovskite solar cell performance via modification by a serial of boronic acid derivative self-assembled monolayers” Applied Surface Science, 2017, 423, 521-527., Doi: 10.1016/j.apsusc.2017.06.189
• S Acikgoz, Y Ulusu, H Yungevis, F Ozel, A Ozen, I Gokce, K Kara, M Kuş, Enhanced radiative decay rate of confined green fluorescent protein in polyvinylpyrrolidone-based nanofiber, The Journal of Physical Chemistry C 120 (31), 17739-17744
• A Erdogan, C Karakaya, MK Gonce, S Buyukcelebi, E Yenel, K Kara, ANOzcivan, M Can, M Kus, S Demic, Surface modification of CdSeS nanocrystalsfor polymer hybrid solar cells, RSC advances 6 (33), 27627-27631
• Hakan Bilgili, Koray Kara, Esma Yenel, Serafettin Demic, Mahmut Kus, Sermet Koyuncu, Electroluminescence performance of a series ofluorene/2,5-di(2-thienyl)-1H-pyrrole polymers, Color Research & Application45 (6), 1076-1083 https://doi.org/10.1002/col.22541
• Book Chapters
• Mahmut Kuş, Tuğbahan Y. Alic, Cişem Kirbiyik, Canan Baslak, Koray Kara, Duygu Akin Kara, Chapter 24., “Synthesis of Nanocrystals and Nanostructures and their Applications in Solar Cells, Organic Field-Effect Transistors (OFETs), Organic Light Emitting Diodes (OLEDs) and Sensors” HANDBOOK OF ENGINEERED NANOMATERIALS FOR INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS, Elsevier 2018, ISBN 978-0-12-813351-4
• Conference contributions:
• Kara Koray, Akin Kara Duygu, Briseno Alejandro L., Kus Mahmut, “Nano Patterned Hole Transport Layer to Improve Cell Area in Perovskite Solar Cells”, Stability of Emerging Photovoltaics from Fundamental to Applications (SEPV 2018) Barcelona 20 - 23 February 2018, Poster presentation
• Duygu Akin Kara, Gorkem Oylumluoglu, Koray Kara, Mustafa Can, Mahmut Kus, “Interface Investigation Via Flourine Terminated Self Assembled Monolayer in Hybrid Solar Cells”, 2018, Stability of Emerging Photovoltaics from 7. International conference on Advanced Technologies (Icat), 28 Nisan-1 Mayıs, Antalya-Oral presentations
• Akin Kara Duygu, Oylumluoglu Gorkem, Kara Koray, Can Mustafa, Briseno Alejandro L., Kus Mahmut “Long term stability and efficiency improvement by 2F-SAM modification inFundamental to Applications (SEPV 2018) Barcelona 20 - 23 February, oral presentations
• Kus Mahmut, Kara Koray, Yenel Esma, Kirbiyik Cişem, Akin Kara Duygu, Topal Yasemin, Büyükçelebi Sümeyra, Ersöz Mustafa, “Organic Inorganic Hybrid Interfaces for New Generation Organic and Perovskite Solar Cells”, 2016 MRS Spring Meeting & Exhibit, Phoneix, Arizona, March 28-April 1, 2016, oral presentations
• Duygu Akin Kara, Edmund Burnett, Koray Kara, Gorkem Oylumluoglu, Mahmut Kus, Alejandro L. Briseno, “Investigation Of Electronic Structure In Interfaces Of Rubrene Single Crystalline Devices”, 2018, 7. International conference on Advanced Technologies (Icat), 28 Nisan-1 Mayıs, Antalya, poster presentation
• Kirbiyik Cişem, Büyükçelebi Sümeyra, Kara Koray, Akin Kara Duygu,Yiğit Mesude Zeliha, Can Mustafa, Kus Mahmut, “Interface Modification on Organic Solar Cells with Different Phenyl Boronic Acid Derivative Self-Assemble Monolayers”, E-MRS 2017 Spring Meeting, which will be held at the Congress Center in Strasbourg (France) from May 22 to 26, 2017. Poster presentation
• Kirbiyik Cişem, Kara Koray, Akin Kara Duygu, Yiğit Mesude Zeliha, Can Mustafa, Kus Mahmut, “The Effect of Modification of mp-TiO2 surface with small Self Assembled Monolayer on Photovoltaic Parameters of Perovskite Solar Cells”, E-MRS 2017 Spring Meeting, which will be held at the Congress Center in Strasbourg (France) from May 22 to 26, 2017. Poster presentation
• Kara Koray, Akin Kara Duygu, Cişem Kirbiyik, Mahmut Kuş, “Solvent assisted crystallization mechanism of highly reproducible planar heterojunction perovskite solar cells” ICENS 2016 Sarajevo, Bosnia Herzigova, May 24 to 28, 2016. Poster presentation
• Duygu AKIN KARA, Koray KARA, Cişem KIRBIYIK, M. Zeliha YIĞIT, Mustafa CAN, Görkem OYLUMLUOĞLU, Mahmut KUŞ, “Stability And Efficiency Improvement via Self Assembled Monolayers Modified ITO in Hybridsolar cells” ICENS 2016 Sarajevo, Bosnia Herzigova, May 24 to 28, 2016. Poster presentation
• Kirbiyik Cişem, Kara Koray, Akin Kara Duygu, Kus Mahmut, “Interface Engineering by Sorbitol for Inorganic-Organic Hybrid Perovskite Solar Cells”, 2016 MRS Spring Meeting & Exhibit, Phoneix, Arizona, March 28-April 1, 2016. Poster presentation
• Koray Kara, Duygu Akin Kara, Cişem Kirbiyik, Mahmut Kuş, Mustafa Ersöz “Optimization of Perovskite Layer Formation on Planar Solar Cells”, European Materials Research Society (EMRS),11-15 May 2015, Lille, France. Poster presentation
• Cişem Kirbiyik Yasemin Topal, Koray Kara, Duygu Akin Kara, Esma Yenel, Mahmut Kuş, Mustafa Ersoz “Modification of Mesoporous TiO2 Surface by Polyoxometalate for Uniform Perovskite Layer Formation”, European Materials Research Society (EMRS),11-15 May 2015, Lille, France. Poster presentation

• Perovskite solar cells
• Semiconductor and optoelectronic devices
• Optics, laser and SC device physics
• Hardware engineering
• Cleanroom processes, process development and optimization
• Supercapacitors & energy storage
• Project leading, supervising
• Data analysis

Royal Society of Chemistry

Certified [Masless Litography], [Intelligent Micro Patterning] - [2014]

Passionate about exploring international cuisines and hosting themed dinners, combining creativity and planning skills.