University of California, Los Angeles

Solar cells designed to be largely invisible to the human eye while still capable of converting light energy into electricity. These cells absorb infrared light and are made from lightweight, flexible plastic-like materials.

A new type of solar technology that imitates the natural process of sunflowers and other plants to follow the sun and optimize sunlight exposure for energy capture.

A thin film that converts light into electricity, which can be applied to various surfaces to create solar energy collectors.

California

United States

Stem-like cylinders of an artificial material that bend towards sunlight, directing an energy-harvesting 'flower' at the top for optimized solar energy capture. Each device is very small, not even 1 mm wide.