Organometallic Versus Organic Molecules for Energy Conversion in Organic Light-Emitting Diodes and Solar Cells

Abstract

With the rapid growth of population and urbanization, the energy demand is increasing annually. Due to the major problems concerning the rapid depleting nature of the extraction of fossil resources, energy conservation and transition to renewable energy supplies have been a hot topic worldwide. Organic light-emitting diodes and solar cells represent two important techniques to allow the efficient utilization of energy resources in energy-saving devices and exploration of using renewable energy in energy-producing devices. In this chapter, the importance of using organometallic and organic molecules in both areas of research is discussed.

Replacing the Z-phenyl Ring in Tamoxifen® with a para-Connected NCN Pincer-Pt-Cl Grouping by Post-Modification

“…The increasing interest in the application of organometallic complexes in functional materials, for example, in biocatalysis with artificial metalloenzymes [ 1 ], in natural enzymes [ 2 ], in organic light emitting diodes (OLEDs) [ 3 ], in polymers [ 4 ], and organometallic pharmaceuticals [ 5 , 6 , 7 ], has stimulated the development of metal complexes with an increased stability towards air, moisture and high thermal stress. Due to their increased stability, these complexes can be modified or used as a reactant in a chemical reaction without decomposing.…”