Photophysical Properties and Photovoltaic Performance of Sensitizers with a Bipyrimidine Acceptor

Molecular engineering is a crucial strategy for improving the photovoltaic performance of dye-sensitized solar cells(DSSCs). Despite the common use of the donor-π bridge-acceptor architecture in designing sensitizers, the underlying structure-performance relationship remains not fully understood. In this study, we synthesized and characterized three sensitizers: MOTP-Pyc, MOS_(2)P-Pyc, and MOTS_(2)P-Pyc, all featuring a bipyrimidine acceptor. Absorption spectra, cyclic voltammetry, and transient photoluminescence spectra reveal a photo-induced electron transfer(PET) process in the excited sensitizers. Electron spin resonance spectroscopy confirmed the presence of charge-separated states. The varying donor and π-bridge structures among the three sensitizers led to differences in their conjugation effect, influencing light absorption abilities and PET processes and ultimately impacting the photovoltaic performance. Among the synthesized sensitizers, MOTP-Pyc demonstrated a DSSC efficiency of 3.04%. Introducing an additional thienothiophene block into the π-bridge improved the DSSC efficiency to 4.47% for MOTS_(2)P-Pyc. Conversely, replacing the phenyl group with a thienothiophene block reduced DSSC efficiency to 2.14% for MOS_(2)P-Pyc. Given the proton-accepting ability of the bipyrimidine module, we treated the dye-sensitized TiO_(2) photoanodes with hydroiodic acid(HI), significantly broadening the light absorption range. This treatment greatly enhanced the short-circuit current density of DSSCs owing to the enhanced electron-withdrawing ability of the acceptor. Consequently, the HI-treated MOTS_(2)P-Pyc-based DSSCs achieved the highest power conversion efficiency of 7.12%, comparable to that of the N719 dye at 7.09%. This work reveals the positive role of bipyrimidine in the design of organic sensitizers for DSSC applications.

Smart molecular probes with controllable photophysical property for smart medicine

Precision medicine calls for advanced theranostics that integrate controllable diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities into one platform for disease treatment in the early stage.Phototheranostics such as fluorescence imaging(FLI),photoacoustic imaging(PAI),photodynamic therapy(PDT),and photothermal therapy(PTT)have attracted considerable attention in recent years,which mainly employ different excited-state energy dissipation pathways of a chromophore.According to the Jablonski diagram,FLI is related to the radiative process,PAI and PTT are derived from the nonradiative thermal deactivation,and PDT originates from the triplet state energy,in which these processes are usually competitive.Therefore,it is critically important to precisely tune the photophysical energy transformation processes to realize certain diagnosis and treatment properties in optimal state for boosting biomedical applications.Currently,there are mainly two strategies including chemical structure and aggregate behavior changes that relate to the regulation of excited state energy dissipation.In this review,we will discuss the recent advances of smart molecular probes that the photophysical properties can be regulated by external triggers and their applications in biomedical fields.We will summarize the development of activatable phototheranostic molecular probes in response to stimuli such as reactive oxygen species,pH,light,hypoxia,enzyme and gas.The assembly and disassembly of molecular aggregates that greatly affect the photophysical energy transformation processes will also be highlighted.This review aims to provide valuable insights into the development of more accurate diagnostic and therapeutic systems,thereby advancing the emerging field of smart medicine.

Synthesis and Photophysical Properties of Dy^(3+) and Gd^(3+) Polymeric Complexes with Functionalized Polybenzimidazole Containing β-Diketone Side Group

The polymeric ligand PBIa （functionalized polybenzimidazole containing β-diketone side group） was successfully synthesized via the reaction of polybenzimidazole （PBI） with 3-Br-acetylacetone in DM SO solvent using Nail as the deprotonation reagent. Its corresponding polymeric complexes of Dy^3＋ and Gd^3＋ were prepared and characterized by FT-IR, ^1H NMR, molar conductance measurements, and thermal analysis. The photoluminescence properties and the probable mechanism of the Dy and Gd complexes were studied. The measurement and analysis of the thermal properties showed that these were thermal stable.

Photophysical Properties of Rare Earth Complexes with 3,4-Furandicarboxylic Acid and 1,10-Phenanthroline

Synthesis, IR spectra, UV vis spectra and photophysical properties of Gd 3+ , Eu 3+ , Tb 3+ complexes with 3,4 furandicarboxylic acid and 1,10 phenanthroline are reported. Intramolecular energy transfer process for these complexes is discussed in detail. It is found that the intramolecular energy transfer efficiency depends on the relative positions between the resonance energy levels of the central rare earth ions and the lowest triplet state energies of ligands.

Synthesis and photophysical properties of metal anthraquinone phthalocyanine

A novel anthraquinone phthalocyanine AI（Ⅲ） 4 and Co（Ⅱ） 5 were synthesized and characterized by elemental analysis, IR UV/ vis, ^1H NMlL HPLC and MS. The photophysical properties of the two metal complexes were studied and compared by fluorescence spectrum method.

Synthesis,Crystal Structure,Photophysical and Redox Properties of a Novel Ru(Ⅱ) Complex with Carbazole-grafted 2-(2-Pyridyl)benzimidazole

A novel Ru（Ⅱ） complex [（bpy）2Ru（PBC）]（PF6）2 （PBC = N-[4-（9-carbazole）butyl]-2-（2-pyridyl）benzimidazole） has been synthesized and verified by 1↑H NMR, elemental analysis and X-ray crystallography. The crystal （C48H40F12N8P2Ru, Mr = 1119.89） belongs to the triclinic system, space group P1, with a = 13.128（4）, b = 13.814（4）, c = 14.184（4） A, α = 84.112（6）, β = 88.473（6）, γ = 78.196（6）°, Z = 2, V = 2504.6（13）A^3, Dc = 1.485 g/cm^3, F（000） = 1132, R = 0.0750 and wR = 0.1896. The Ru atom adopts a distorted-octahedral coordination geometry with the bond distances and bond angles falling in normal ranges. The complex shows an intense metal-to-ligand charge transfer （1MLCT） （dπ（Ru） →π＊（L）） transition （ε ~1.2×10^4 dm^3mol^-1cm^-1） at 457 nm in the UV-Vis absorption spectrum and a strong red phosphorescence at 632 nm in the CH3CN solution at ambient temperature. An efficient intramolecular energy transfer process from the carbazole unit to the [（bpy）2Ru（PB）]^2＋ emissive center exists by selective optical-simulation. Its electrochemical behavior shows multiplicate redox processes based on the metal center, the grafting carbazole moiety and the 2-（2-pyridyl）benzimidazole unit.

Synthesis and Effect of Cation Binding on Photophysical Properties of 1,8-Anthraceno-18-Crown-5

A new type of anthracene crown ether 1, 8-anthraceno-18-crown-5 has been synthesizedand the photophysical properties upon complexation with alkali and alkaline-earth metal canonswere investigated. The fiuorescence quantum yield and lifetime are appreciably enhanced, and thestability constant Ks were determined by fluorometric titration. It was found that the magnitude ofKs is controlled by the size and charge density of the complexed canons.

Photophysical Property of Ternary Complex Eu(DPHA)_3·Phen·2H_2O

One ternary complex of europium with the plant growth regulator HDPHA (2-Hydroxydiphenyl acetic acid) and Phen (1,10-Phenanthroline), Eu(DPHA) 3·Phen·2H 2O, was synthesized and characterized by the elemental analysis and DTA-TG measurement. The photophysical property of the complex was investigated by means of IR spectra, Raman spectrum and laser-exited, high-resolved excitation and emission spectra as well as time-resolved luminescence spectra. The luminescence spectra reveal four Eu 3+ sites with energy difference within 25 cm -1 and local symmetries of C 1 or C 2 or C s in the complex. The energy transfer among the Eu 3+ sites is observed. The 7F J sublevel splitting of the Eu 3+ ion is discussed.

Synthesis of linear and V-shaped oligo(phenylene ethynylene) derivatives:Geometric effects on photophysical properties

A series of linear and V-shaped oligo(phenylene ethynylene) derivatives 1-3 were synthesized through sequent Sonogashira coupling and propargyl alcohol deprotection reaction in high yields.The alkoxy chains(i.e.,n-hexyloxy groups) were introduced to assure good solubility of compounds 1-3 in common solvents.The photophysical properties of 1-3 in solution depend strongly on the geometries of these compounds.

PHOTOPHYSICAL BEHAVI0RS OF OLIGOMER BASED ON 1, 1′-BINAPHTHOL WITH 3, 3′-ACETYLENE SPACER

The photophysical behaviors of the oligomer based on 1,1'-binaphthol with3,3'-acetylene spacer were investigated. The oligomer molecule has a naphthyl-acetylene-naphthyl effective conjugation segment. The atropic of the 1,1'-binaphthyl moiety led totwisted and rigid main chain in the oligomer. With the changes of the external environ-ment such as solvents used, solvent viscosity and ambient temperature, the wavelengthsof absorption and the intensities of fluorescence and absorption are changed slightly, butthe fluorescent intensity and quantum yield can be influenced. The luminescent behav-iors of the oligomer exhibit twisted intramolecular charge transfer characteristics, whichcould have a potential application in wavelength-stable light emitting material adaptableto ambient temperature and the solvents used in wide range.

Electrochemical, Photophysical, and Magnetic Properties of Green Emitting bis(2,5-Hexyloxy)-Phenylene-<i>alt</i>-Thiophene Fluorescent Conducting Oligomer Addended Fullerene-Diol Dyad

Towards the development of potential new organic photovoltaic and optoelectronic materials, a simple route to synthesize flexibly ether linked fullerene-bis[oligo-(phenylene-alt-thiophene)] and evaluation of electrochemical, photophysical and magnetic properties is presented. Flexible ether linking of oligo-phenylene-thiophene chain to 1, 2 C60(OH)2 is achieved employing Williamson’s ether synthesis. 7-chain phenylene-thiophene chain fluorescent conducting oligomer is synthesized using Grignard coupling reaction with preservation of bromo end groups. Oligomer is highly ordered and soluble in all organic solvents while on linking to fullerene-diol, solubility of adduct restricts only to dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO). All the synthesized materials are characterized through spectroscopic techniques and molecular weight is determined by mass spectrometry and GPC. Properties of the material indicate the substantial effect of fullerene. High quenching in fluorescence intensity and strong paramagnetic property are observed in this material.

Synthesis and Photophysical Properties of Fluorene or Carbazole-Based Alternating Copolymers Containing Si and Ethynylene Units in the Main Chain

Alternating copolymerization of 9,9-dihexyl-2,7-dibromofluorene, N-hexyl-2,7-dibromocarbazole (HCz) with diethynyldimethylsilane, diethynyldiphenylsilane, has been investigated using Sonogashira coupling reaction. Photophysical properties of the resulting copolymers were investigated with UV-Vis absorption and photoluminescence spectroscopy. All the copolymers in chloro-form solution showed absorption peaks at 270 - 280 nm with shoulder peaks at around 380 nm derived from π-π* transition or intra-molecular charge transfer through σ-π moiety, respectively. The chloroform solutions of the copolymers showed broad emission peaks at 415 - 425 nm. The emission wave lengths of the copolymers in the solid state (cast film) detected at 360 - 385 nm were remarkably blue-shifted in comparison with those in the chloroform solutions. Hydrosilylation reaction of the copolymers with 1,4-bis(dimethylsilyl)benzene yielded networked copolymers soluble in chloroform, indicating formation of branching polymers. The chloroform solutions of the HCz-based networked copolymers showed bimodal emission derived from new highly energy states in the σ-π conjugation.

Regulation of Excited-State Intramolecular Proton Transfer Process and Photophysical Properties for Benzoxazole Isothiocyanate Fluorescent Dyes by Changing Atomic Electronegativity

Excited-state intramolecular proton transfer(ESIPT)is favored by researchers because of its unique optical properties.However,there are relatively few systematic studies on the effects of changing the electronegativity of atoms on the ESIPT process and photophysical properties.Therefore,we selected a series of benzoxazole isothiocyanate fluorescent dyes(2-HOB,2-HSB,and 2-HSe B)by theoretical methods,and systematically studied the ESIPT process and photophysical properties by changing the electronegativity of chalcogen atoms.The calculated bond angle,bond length,energy gap,and infrared spectrum analysis show that the order of the strength of intramolecular hydrogen bonding of the three molecules is 2-HOB<2-HSB<2-HSe B.Correspondingly,the magnitude of the energy barrier of the potential energy curve is 2-HOB>2-HSB>2-HSe B.In addition,the calculated electronic spectrum shows that as the atomic electronegativity decreases,the emission spectrum has a redshift.Therefore,this work will offer certain theoretical guidance for the synthesis and application of new dyes based on ESIPT properties.

PHOTOPHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF THE ASYMMETRIC PENTAAZADENTATE PORPHYRIN-LIKE MACROCYCLES

The porphyrin-like macrocycles and their metal complexes are s novel family of photoresponsive molecules.The properties of the excited states,both singlet and triplet are investigated by the stationary and transient processes.

PHOTOPHYSICAL STUDY OF SULFONATED POLYSTYRENE

The photophysical properties of a series of sulfonated micromolecule (paratoluenesulfonic acid, HPTS) and macromolecules (linear and crosslinked polystyrene) have been studied by steady-state fluorescence spectra. The results indicate that the ground sulfonated ring associations can form in both the micromolecules and the macromolecules. The fluorescence spectra of the sulfonated crosslinked copolymers appear a red-shift when the copolymers change from hydrogen-type to sodium-type, and some new emission bands appear in the long-wavelength region. These results are explained in terms of synergetic effect of hydrogen bond,π-πinteraction and crosslinking effect.

Photophysical Properties of Perylenetetracarboxylic Diimide Dimers with Slipped “Face-to-Face” Stacked Structure and Different Bay Substitutions

A series of perylenetetracarboxylic diimides (PDIs) dimers with slipped “face-to-face” stacked structure and different substituents at the bay positions have been synthesized and the molecular structures are characterized by 1H NMR, MALDI-TOF and elemental analysis. And different substituents at the bay positions of the PDI ring bring about various steric hindrances. These different steric hindrances have caused significant differences on the absorption and emission spectra. The correlation between the photophysical properties and the molecular structure is discussed.

Photophysics of metal-organic frameworks:A brief overview

Metal-organic frameworks(MOFs),which are self-assembled porous coordination materials,have garnered considerable attention in the fields of optoelectronics,photovoltaic,photochemistry,and photocatalysis due to their diverse structures and excellent tunability.However,the performance of MOF-based optoelectronic applications currently falls short of the industry benchmark.To enhance the performance of MOF materials,it is imperative to undertake comprehensive investigations aimed at gaining a deeper understanding of photophysics and sequentially optimizing properties related to photocarrier transport,recombination,interaction,and transfer.By utilizing femtosecond laser pulses to excite MOFs,time-resolved optical spectroscopy offers a means to observe and characterize these ultrafast microscopic processes.This approach adds the time coordinate as a novel dimension for comprehending the interaction between light and MOFs.Accordingly,this review provides a comprehensive overview of the recent advancements in the photophysics of MOFs and additionally outlines potential avenues for exploring the time domain in the investigation of MOFs.

三种同分异构的双苯并吩噻嗪材料的合成、理论计算及光物理性质

吩噻嗪及其衍生物材料是一类重要的多环芳烃材料,在光电子领域有着广泛的应用。其中,基于苯并噻嗪材料的研究相对较少。在本文中,我们分别在吩噻嗪的1,2-、2,3-和3,4-位引入苯基,制备了三种同分异构的双苯并吩噻嗪化合物D-PTZa、D-PTZb和D-PTZc,研究了它们的构效关系,并与双吩噻嗪化合物(D-PTZ)进行了对比。研究发现,D-PTZb和D-PTZc的HOMO和LUMO分布与D-PTZ的类似;对于D-PTZa,其1,2-位引入的苯基与中间的苯环空间张力较大,造成空间结构极度扭曲,性质比较特殊。并苯的引入可以有效增加分子的共轭长度,使得最大吸收波长发生红移;在2,3-位引入苯基可以有效地稳定HOMO能级,使基于π→π*跃迁的能隙稍有增大,呈现蓝光发射,溶液的荧光量子产率为1.7%;而在3,4-位引入苯基使LUMO分布更加趋向于线型,从而使LUMO更加稳定,使基于π→π*跃迁的能隙降低,其最大发射峰位于520 nm处,呈现黄绿光发射,溶液荧光量子产率为13%。此外并入苯环之后,空间张力增大,化合物的分解温度降低。我们的分子设计和结构–性质关系的研究可以为设计新的吩噻嗪材料提供基础指导。

一种联吡啶类铱配合物的合成及表征

本文以2-(4-叔丁基苯基)吡啶作为环金属主配体,2,2'-联吡啶为N^N辅助配体,六氟磷酸根为抗衡离子,成功合成了一种联吡啶铱配合物(2,2'-联吡啶)双[2-(4-叔丁基苯基)吡啶]铱(Ⅲ)六氟磷酸盐([Ir(dtbuppy)_(2)(bpy)]PF_(6),dtbuppy=2-(2,4-叔丁基苯基)吡啶,bpy=2,2'-联吡啶),通过多元化的表征技术验证了其化学结构。随后,利用紫外-可见光吸收光谱分析法与光致发光光谱测量技术,深入探究了其光物理特性。测试结果显示,在常温条件下,当该物质溶解于二氯甲烷中时,其最大发射波长位于573nm处,展现出鲜明的黄色光发射特性,这一特性预示着它在有机发光二极管(OLED)器件领域的潜在应用价值显著。

两种联吡啶钌配合物的合成及性能

钌配合物凭借其独特的光物理和光化学特性,在光氧化还原催化、细胞成像、有机发光二极管(OLEDs)和染料敏化太阳能电池(DSSCs)等重要领域表现出广泛的应用前景。目前,关于5,5'-二(三氟甲基)-2,2'-联吡啶(CF_(3)-bpy)配体的异质钌配合物研究较少。本文以2,2-联吡啶和5,5-三氟甲基取代的联吡啶为第一配体,以壬烷取代联吡啶为第二配体,成功合成出两种异质钌配合物。通过核磁共振氢谱和红外光谱表征了配合物的结构,通过紫外可见光谱、光致发光光谱和循环伏安曲线研究了配合物的光物理和电化学性质,探索了三氟甲基取代对配合物光物理性能的影响。结果表明,三氟甲基的引入使钌配合物在450 nm附近出现额外不同的吸收带,对应于不同配体与钌金属中心间的电荷转移的MLCT态。同时,配合物的光致发光强度明显降低,最大发射波长红移了50 nm,表明三氟甲基修饰使配合物^(3)MLCT态能显著改变,对配合物发光性能有重要影响。两种配合物具有相似的电化学性质,但引入三氟甲基会使钌配合物的氧化电位更正。