This book describes the development, functioning and results of a successful binational program to promote significant scientific advances in earth-abundant photovoltaics and concentrated solar power, advanced processing, advanced process/manufacturing technologies, multiscale modeling and reliability testing, and an analysis of integration of solar energy systems. SERIIUS is a consortium between India and the US dedicated to the development of new solar technologies and assessing their potential impact in the two countries. The consortium consists of nearly 50 institutions including academic, national laboratory and industry, with the goal of developing significant new technologies in all areas of solar deployment. In addition, the program focused on work force development using graduate students, post doctoral students and an international exchange program. Particular emphasis was placed on the following efforts: High-impact fundamental and applied research and development (R&D) to create disruptive technologies in PV and CSP Identify and quantify the critical technical, economic, and policy issues for solar energy development and deployment in India Overcome barriers to technology transfer by teaming research institutions and industry in an effective project structure. Build a new platform for bi-national collaboration using a formalized R&D project structure, along with effective management, coordination, and decision processes Create a sustainable network and workforce development program from which to build large collaborations and foster a collaborative culture and outreach programs. This includes the use of existing and new methodologies for collaboration based on advanced electronic and Web-based communication to facilitate functional international teams. The book summarizes the general lessons learned from these experiences.weiterlesen