Multiple Synergistic Effects Induced by Ge Doping Enhance the Thermoelectric Performance of n-Type PbTe

Jiaxing Luo; Xiaobo Tan; Qian Deng; Ruiheng Li; Fan Feng; Zhilong Zhao; Liwei Lin; Ran Ang

doi:10.1039/d6ta02567f

January 1, 2026Journal of Materials Chemistry A

Multiple Synergistic Effects Induced by Ge Doping Enhance the Thermoelectric Performance of n-Type PbTe

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This research investigates the impacts of Ge doping on thermoelectric performance of n-type PbTe.
Proposed a Cu/Ge co-doping strategy
Analyzed electrical transport characteristics
Evaluated thermoelectric properties of n-Type PbTe
Ge doping enhances electrical transport
Improves thermoelectric performance
Demonstrates potential for better TE materials

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Cu/Ge co-doping improves electrical transport in n-type PbTe, suggesting better thermoelectric efficiency.

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The strong coupling between electrical and thermal transport in thermoelectric (TE) materials remains a formidable challenge for achieving high performance. In this work, we propose a Cu/Ge co-doping strategy to...

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