Anncharlott Kusber | Physical Sensors | Women Researcher Award

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Women Researcher Award

Anncharlott Kusber
Affiliation Technical University of Dresden – Dresden Integrated Center for Applied Physics and Photonic Materials (IAPP)
Country Germany
Scopus ID 57956893800
Documents 4
Citations 13
h-index 2
Subject Area Physics, Organic Electronics, Photonics
Event Global Sensor Awards

Anncharlott Kusber
IAPP- Dresden Integrated Center for Applied Physics and Photonic Materials, Germany

Anncharlott Kusber is a physicist and doctoral researcher at the Technical University of Dresden, Germany, specializing in organic semiconductor physics and optoelectronic device characterization. Her research focuses on understanding the physical mechanisms behind dark and noise current generation in organic photodetectors and developing strategies to improve their performance and reliability. Through experimental characterization techniques and device analysis, she contributes to advancing fundamental knowledge in organic electronics and photonic materials research. Her work is associated with the Dresden Integrated Center for Applied Physics and Photonic Materials (IAPP), where interdisciplinary collaborations aim to bridge materials science, device engineering, and applied physics research. [1]

Abstract

Research in organic photodetectors has expanded significantly due to their flexibility, low-cost fabrication, and compatibility with emerging optoelectronic technologies. Anncharlott Kusber’s research focuses on identifying and mitigating sources of dark current and noise in organic photodetectors, which remain key challenges affecting sensitivity and device stability. Through experimental characterization techniques such as external quantum efficiency measurements, impedance spectroscopy, and temperature-dependent current–voltage analysis, her work contributes to the understanding of charge transport and recombination processes in organic semiconductor devices. These investigations support the development of improved photodetection technologies for sensing, imaging, and communication applications. [2]

Keywords

  • Organic Photodetectors
  • Applied Solid State Physics
  • Organic Semiconductors
  • Photonics
  • Charge Transport Mechanisms
  • Optoelectronic Device Characterization

Introduction

Organic electronic devices represent an evolving field in modern materials science and applied physics. Organic photodetectors, in particular, offer unique advantages such as mechanical flexibility, tunable spectral response, and compatibility with large-area manufacturing techniques. However, the presence of unwanted electrical currents—specifically dark current and electronic noise—poses challenges for device sensitivity and reliability. Understanding the physical origins of these currents is critical for improving the performance of organic optoelectronic devices. Research conducted at the Technical University of Dresden and the Dresden Integrated Center for Applied Physics and Photonic Materials addresses these challenges through interdisciplinary investigation of semiconductor physics and device engineering. [3]

Research Profile

Anncharlott Kusber began her academic training in physics at the Technical University of Dresden, where she completed both her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees with a focus on applied solid-state physics and photonics. Her master’s research examined the optical properties of the organic semiconductor Dimethylanthradithiophene (DMADT) using electron energy loss spectroscopy (EELS). Currently, as a doctoral researcher, she investigates dark current and noise current mechanisms in organic photodetectors. Her research integrates experimental techniques including impedance spectroscopy, external quantum efficiency measurements, and temperature-dependent electrical characterization to analyze electronic processes within organic semiconductor systems. [4]

Research Contributions

  • Investigation of dark current generation mechanisms in organic photodetectors.
  • Experimental analysis of noise current behavior in organic semiconductor devices.
  • Use of impedance spectroscopy and temperature-dependent electrical measurements to study device physics.
  • Optical and electronic characterization of organic semiconductors using EELS and spectroscopic techniques.
  • Collaborative research in applied physics and photonic materials at international research institutes.

Publications

  • Kusber, Anncharlott, et al. Advanced Functional Materials (2026): e00043.
  • Buchholtz, Stephanie A., et al. Advanced Science 12.14 (2025): 2414959.
  • Graf, Lukas, et al. Physical Review B 106.16 (2022): 165429.
  • Hubenko, Kateryna, et al. The Journal of Chemical Physics 160.14 (2024).

Research Impact

The research contributions of Anncharlott Kusber support advancements in the field of organic optoelectronics, particularly in improving the sensitivity and operational stability of organic photodetectors. Her work contributes to the broader understanding of charge transport and recombination phenomena in organic semiconductor systems. These insights are important for developing next-generation photonic devices used in imaging sensors, environmental monitoring technologies, and flexible electronic systems. By combining experimental device analysis with materials characterization techniques, her research helps address fundamental limitations in organic electronic device performance. [2]

Award Suitability

Anncharlott Kusber’s academic training, research publications, and doctoral work in applied physics and photonic materials position her as a promising early-career researcher in the field of organic electronics. Her investigations into dark current and noise current phenomena contribute to addressing key challenges in organic photodetector technology. The interdisciplinary nature of her research—combining materials science, spectroscopy, and electronic device characterization—demonstrates a strong potential for future contributions to both fundamental physics and applied optoelectronic technologies. [3]

Conclusion

The ongoing research of Anncharlott Kusber highlights the importance of understanding electronic noise and dark current processes in organic photodetectors. Through experimental analysis and collaborative research environments, her work contributes to advancing the design and optimization of organic optoelectronic devices. Continued developments in this area are expected to support emerging technologies requiring flexible, efficient, and high-sensitivity photodetection systems. Her research trajectory reflects a commitment to advancing knowledge in applied physics and photonic materials science. [4]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Anncharlott Kusber, Author ID 57956893800. Scopus.https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57956893800
  2. Kusber, A., et al. (2026). Advanced Functional Materials.
  3. Buchholtz, S. A., et al. (2025). Advanced Science, 12(14), 2414959.
  4. ORCID. (n.d.). ORCID record for Anncharlott Kusber.https://orcid.org/0009-0008-3216-9093