Featured in Further upstream – 10-2024

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French chemist Daniel Lincot was awarded the prestigious Becquerel Prize in 2024. He has been recognized for his many research contributions in the field of thin-film solar and his role in the development of leading French PV research institutes. pv magazine met with Lincot to look back over key moments in a career spanning more than 40 years.

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Mark Hutchins

05 Nov 2024

“You need the state, you need investors, and you need the involvement of citizens to come together. The outcome will be very strong development of PV” – Daniel Lincot. | Photos: WIP Munich

pv magazine: Daniel, congratulations! What does it mean to you to receive the Becquerel Prize?Daniel Lincot: I was not expecting it. It’s an incredible recognition and I am highly honored. But what is very important is that it’s a recognition not only for me but for my mentors, co-workers and all I have met along …

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