Themed collection 2016 Journal of Materials Chemistry C Hot Papers

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Review Article

Polymeric electrochromic materials with donor–acceptor structures

Conjugated polymers with various electron-donor (D) and -acceptor (A) structures present diverse electrochemical, optical–physical and EC properties.

Graphical abstract: Polymeric electrochromic materials with donor–acceptor structures
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Narrow-band red-emitting Mn4+-doped hexafluoride phosphors: synthesis, optoelectronic properties, and applications in white light-emitting diodes

White light-emitting diodes (LEDs), including a blue-chip and yellow-emitting phosphor, are regarded as the new-generation of lighting sources because of their low energy consumption, long lifetime, and environmentally friendliness.

Graphical abstract: Narrow-band red-emitting Mn4+-doped hexafluoride phosphors: synthesis, optoelectronic properties, and applications in white light-emitting diodes
Review Article

Recent advances in one-dimensional organic p–n heterojunctions for optoelectronic device applications

Recent advances in various one-dimensional organic heterojunctions including their synthesis and optoelectronic applications are summarized in this MiniRev article.

Graphical abstract: Recent advances in one-dimensional organic p–n heterojunctions for optoelectronic device applications
Review Article

Evaluation of new color metrics: guidelines for developing narrow-band red phosphors for WLEDs

In this review, we summarize the recent findings on novel narrow-band red phosphors, the improved color and visual energy properties of these phosphors, and their ability to improve the optical properties of corresponding warm white pc-WLED lightings.

Graphical abstract: Evaluation of new color metrics: guidelines for developing narrow-band red phosphors for WLEDs
Review Article

Far- and deep-ultraviolet spectroscopic investigations for titanium dioxide: electronic absorption, Rayleigh scattering, and Raman spectroscopy

Various far and deep ultraviolet spectroscopic investigations provide a basic understanding of the properties of TiO2 and promising possibilities for its applications.

Graphical abstract: Far- and deep-ultraviolet spectroscopic investigations for titanium dioxide: electronic absorption, Rayleigh scattering, and Raman spectroscopy
Review Article

Conjugated polymer-based electrochromics: materials, device fabrication and application prospects

The recent developments and trends of electrochromic conjugated polymers and their devices are highlighted in this review.

Graphical abstract: Conjugated polymer-based electrochromics: materials, device fabrication and application prospects
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Review Article

Recent advances in the Heusler based spin-gapless semiconductors

In this work, we review the progress on the Heusler-based materials with spin-gapless semiconducting behaviour, including half-Heusler compounds, full-Heusler compounds, DO3-type compounds, and LiMgPdSn-type quaternary Heusler compounds.

Graphical abstract: Recent advances in the Heusler based spin-gapless semiconductors
Review Article

Printed photonic elements: nanoimprinting and beyond

In order to manufacture large-scale photonic devices of various dimensions at a low cost, a number of printing-based patterning techniques have been developed.

Graphical abstract: Printed photonic elements: nanoimprinting and beyond
Review Article

Silicon nanocrystals for the development of sensing platforms

In this mini review, we describe the significant advancements and future prospects of silicon nanocrystal based sensors.

Graphical abstract: Silicon nanocrystals for the development of sensing platforms
Review Article

Macrocyclic oligoarylamines as hole- and spin-containing scaffolds for molecule-based electronics

Macrocyclic oligoarylamines with a variety of arene-bridged patterns and their various features as hole- and spin-containing scaffolds are reviewed.

Graphical abstract: Macrocyclic oligoarylamines as hole- and spin-containing scaffolds for molecule-based electronics
Review Article

Alkyl length effects on solid-state fluorescence and mechanochromic behavior of small organic luminophores

This review focuses on alkyl length effects on solid-state fluorescence and mechanochromic behaviors, and the purpose is to arouse one's further attention to the alkyl-length effect in the design, synthesis and structure–property investigation of organic optoelectronic materials.

Graphical abstract: Alkyl length effects on solid-state fluorescence and mechanochromic behavior of small organic luminophores
Communication

Colour tuning via crystalline site-selected energy transfer in a Sr2SiO4:Eu2+,Pr3+ phosphor

An alternative way to design new luminescent materials based on a site-selected energy transfer mechanism using high precision control of dopants.

Graphical abstract: Colour tuning via crystalline site-selected energy transfer in a Sr2SiO4:Eu2+,Pr3+ phosphor
Communication

A smart, stretchable resistive heater textile

A flexible, stretchable and breathable strip-shaped resistive heater textile is designed to demonstrate rapid thermal response and high stability.

Graphical abstract: A smart, stretchable resistive heater textile
Communication

Chiral nematic mesoporous magnetic ferrites

Hard templating of metal ferrites in the pores of a mesoporous silica yields nanomaterials with twisting magnetic structures. Using a variety of techniques, we demonstrate mesoporosity of the materials, the influence of calcination temperature on crystallinity and magnetic properties, and weak magnetic anisotropy.

Graphical abstract: Chiral nematic mesoporous magnetic ferrites
Communication

A smart polymer with a high sensitivity to temperature and humidity based on polyacrylamide hydrogel doped with polyiodide

A smart polymer with a high sensitivity to temperature and humidity based on polyacrylamide hydrogel doped with polyiodide was fabricated.

Graphical abstract: A smart polymer with a high sensitivity to temperature and humidity based on polyacrylamide hydrogel doped with polyiodide
Communication

Distinctive excitonic recombination in solution-processed layered organic–inorganic hybrid two-dimensional perovskites

Solution-grown two-dimensional (C6H5C2H4NH3)2PbI4 perovskites show three distinctive excitonic emissions.

Graphical abstract: Distinctive excitonic recombination in solution-processed layered organic–inorganic hybrid two-dimensional perovskites
Communication

Mechanoluminescence properties of Mn2+-doped BaZnOS phosphor

In this study, a novel Mn2+-doped wide band gap semiconductor, BaZnOS, demonstrates intense elastico-mechanoluminescence (EML) under pressure and friction, and the intensity of emission peaks is proportional to the applied compressive stress.

Graphical abstract: Mechanoluminescence properties of Mn2+-doped BaZnOS phosphor
Communication

Insights into the correlation between the molecular conformational change and AIE activity of 2,5-bis(dimesitylboryl)-3,4-diphenylsiloles

Three novel AIEgens with low-lying LUMO energy levels are developed from p–π conjugated 2,5-bis(dimesitylboryl)-3,4-diphenylsiloles.

Graphical abstract: Insights into the correlation between the molecular conformational change and AIE activity of 2,5-bis(dimesitylboryl)-3,4-diphenylsiloles
Communication

Reversible phase transition driven by order–disorder transformations of metal-halide moieties in [(C6H14)NH2]2·CuBr4

[(C6H14)NH2]2·CuBr4 (1), an organic–inorganic hybrid material, undergoes a reversible first-order phase transition around 194 K, triggered by the order–disorder transformation of metal-coordinated halogen atoms.

Graphical abstract: Reversible phase transition driven by order–disorder transformations of metal-halide moieties in [(C6H14)NH2]2·CuBr4
Communication

Large scale ZrS2 atomically thin layers

Large scale (up to 30 μm in lateral size) atomically thin hexagonal ZrS2 nanoflakes were prepared on traditional substrates (silica, sapphire) through a temperature dependent growth process.

Graphical abstract: Large scale ZrS2 atomically thin layers
Communication

Croconaines as molecular materials for organic electronics: synthesis, solid state structure and use in transistor devices

Indolenine-based croconaines are synthesized, their structure and solid state organization are investigated together with their electronic properties in thin-film transistors.

Graphical abstract: Croconaines as molecular materials for organic electronics: synthesis, solid state structure and use in transistor devices
Communication

Light-blue thermally activated delayed fluorescent emitters realizing a high external quantum efficiency of 25% and unprecedented low drive voltages in OLEDs

A series of TADF emitters composed of pyrimidine/acridine moieties are developed. The optimized device realized its highest power efficiency of 62 lm W−1, a high external quantum efficiency of 25%, and a low turn-on voltage of 2.8 V with light-blue emission.

Graphical abstract: Light-blue thermally activated delayed fluorescent emitters realizing a high external quantum efficiency of 25% and unprecedented low drive voltages in OLEDs
Communication

The continuous fabrication of mechanochromic fibers

New mechanochromic fibers are being continuously fabricated by coating concentrated core–shell microspheres onto elastic polymer fibers with low cost and high efficiency.

Graphical abstract: The continuous fabrication of mechanochromic fibers
Communication

High performance near-infrared photodetectors based on ultrathin SnS nanobelts grown via physical vapor deposition

High performance near-infrared photodetectors based on ultrathin SnS nanobelts grown via physical vapor deposition, showing a high responsivity of 300 A W−1 and a fast decay time of 7 ms.

Graphical abstract: High performance near-infrared photodetectors based on ultrathin SnS nanobelts grown via physical vapor deposition
Communication

Calculation of dopant solubilities and phase diagrams of X–Pb–Se (X = Br, Na) limited to defects with localized charge

Performing thermodynamic calculations using only the expected charge states, excluding others, enables accurate prediction of experimentally measured doping efficiencies and phase diagrams.

Graphical abstract: Calculation of dopant solubilities and phase diagrams of X–Pb–Se (X = Br, Na) limited to defects with localized charge
Communication

Chiral fluorescent films of gold nanoclusters and photonic cellulose with modulated fluorescence emission

AuNC–CNC films demonstrate modulated fluorescence emission and lifetime decay due to the photonic crystal-photoemission coupling effect.

Graphical abstract: Chiral fluorescent films of gold nanoclusters and photonic cellulose with modulated fluorescence emission
Communication

Dual-function optoelectronic polymer device for photoelectric conversion and electroluminescence

A dual-function optoelectronic device created through an all-solution process to realize both photoelectric conversion and electroluminescence.

Graphical abstract: Dual-function optoelectronic polymer device for photoelectric conversion and electroluminescence
Communication

A thermally activated delayed blue fluorescent emitter with reversible externally tunable emission

A TADF material containing a benzoylpyridine core and two meta carbazolyl groups shows externally switchable emission in the solid states and a high external quantum efficiency of 18.4% when used as a blue dopant in OLEDs.

Graphical abstract: A thermally activated delayed blue fluorescent emitter with reversible externally tunable emission
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Single-molecule magnetism arising from cobalt(II) nodes of a crystalline sponge

Single-ion magnet-like behaviour arises from CoII nodes of a crystalline sponge providing an avenue for the development of lightweight porous magnets.

Graphical abstract: Single-molecule magnetism arising from cobalt(ii) nodes of a crystalline sponge
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Solution-processed vanadium oxide as an efficient hole injection layer for quantum-dot light-emitting diodes

Solution processed V2O5 is used as a replacement for PEDOT:PSS to improve the stability of QLEDs.

Graphical abstract: Solution-processed vanadium oxide as an efficient hole injection layer for quantum-dot light-emitting diodes
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Emission color tuning through manipulating the energy transfer from VO43− to Eu3+ in single-phased LuVO4:Eu3+ phosphors

Recently, rare earth (RE) ion doped single-phased phosphors, which can emit tunable colors upon single wavelength excitation, have received a great deal of attention, but most of them involve multiple dopants as luminescence centers.

Graphical abstract: Emission color tuning through manipulating the energy transfer from VO43− to Eu3+ in single-phased LuVO4:Eu3+ phosphors
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In-plane isotropic charge transport characteristics of single-crystal FETs with high mobility based on 2,6-bis(4-methoxyphenyl)anthracene: experimental cum theoretical assessment

In-plane isotropic charge transport single crystal FET with mobility exceeding 15 cm2 V−1 s−1 is obtained, the result is desirable in large-area single-crystal FET arrays.

Graphical abstract: In-plane isotropic charge transport characteristics of single-crystal FETs with high mobility based on 2,6-bis(4-methoxyphenyl)anthracene: experimental cum theoretical assessment
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Transferrable single crystalline 4H-SiC nanomembranes

In this work, we demonstrate a transferrable single crystalline 4H-SiC nanomembrane (SiC NM) released from a SiC-on-insulator (SiCOI) wafer.

Graphical abstract: Transferrable single crystalline 4H-SiC nanomembranes
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Ground-state charge transfer for NIR absorption with donor/acceptor molecules: interactions mediated via energetics and orbital symmetries

This paper illustrates structure–property relationship of organic conjugated molecules in forming NIR-absorbing organic donor/acceptor charge-transfer complex at ground state.

Graphical abstract: Ground-state charge transfer for NIR absorption with donor/acceptor molecules: interactions mediated via energetics and orbital symmetries
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Magnetically assembled iron oxide nanoparticle coatings and their integration with pseudo-spin-valve thin films

Magnetically assembled nanoparticle coatings modulate the properties and performances of pseudo-spin-valve thin films through nanoparticle–thin film interactions.

Graphical abstract: Magnetically assembled iron oxide nanoparticle coatings and their integration with pseudo-spin-valve thin films
Open Access Paper

Tuning the properties of F:SnO2 (FTO) nanocomposites with S:TiO2 nanoparticles – promising hazy transparent electrodes for photovoltaics applications

Fabrication and innovative characterization of new hazy S:TiO2–FTO nanocomposites with lower Rs thanks to the conductive S:TiO2 nanoparticles.

Graphical abstract: Tuning the properties of F:SnO2 (FTO) nanocomposites with S:TiO2 nanoparticles – promising hazy transparent electrodes for photovoltaics applications
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An erasable photo-patterning material based on a specially designed 4-(1,2,2-triphenylvinyl)aniline salicylaldehyde hydrazone aggregation-induced emission (AIE) molecule

An aggregation-induced emission (AIE) molecule with reversible photochromic properties which can be served as a material for photo-patterning with erasable properties.

Graphical abstract: An erasable photo-patterning material based on a specially designed 4-(1,2,2-triphenylvinyl)aniline salicylaldehyde hydrazone aggregation-induced emission (AIE) molecule
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Direct synthesis of MOF-derived nanoporous CuO/carbon composites for high impedance matching and advanced microwave absorption

A simple strategy to fabricate porous CuO/carbon composites by nitrate impregnation into a MOF template is reported in this study. The obtained CuO/carbon samples show improved impedance matching and excellent microwave absorbing properties.

Graphical abstract: Direct synthesis of MOF-derived nanoporous CuO/carbon composites for high impedance matching and advanced microwave absorption
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Synthesis, molecular and photovoltaic/transistor properties of heptacyclic ladder-type di(thienobenzo)fluorene-based copolymers

Synthesis of a new heptacyclic ladder-type di(thienobenzo)fluorene arene and its copolymers with photovoltaic/transistor properties is presented.

Graphical abstract: Synthesis, molecular and photovoltaic/transistor properties of heptacyclic ladder-type di(thienobenzo)fluorene-based copolymers
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Plasma-assisted atomic layer deposition and post-annealing enhancement of low resistivity and oxygen-free nickel nano-films using nickelocene and ammonia precursors

Oxygen-free and low resistivity nickel (Ni) thin films are successfully prepared by plasma-assisted atomic layer deposition using nickelocene (NiCp2) as a metal precursor and ammonia (NH3) as a reactant.

Graphical abstract: Plasma-assisted atomic layer deposition and post-annealing enhancement of low resistivity and oxygen-free nickel nano-films using nickelocene and ammonia precursors
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High-efficiency polymer solar cells employing solution-processible and thickness-independent gallium-doped zinc oxide nanoparticles as cathode buffer layers

A kind of solution-processible gallium-doped ZnO nanoparticle is used as a cathode interfacial layer to fabricate polymer solar cells.

Graphical abstract: High-efficiency polymer solar cells employing solution-processible and thickness-independent gallium-doped zinc oxide nanoparticles as cathode buffer layers
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KPb2(PO3)5: a novel nonlinear optical lead polyphosphate with a short deep-UV cutoff edge

KPb2(PO3)5 shows moderate powder SHG intensities which are one half times that of KDP with a UV cut-off edge at 177 nm.

Graphical abstract: KPb2(PO3)5: a novel nonlinear optical lead polyphosphate with a short deep-UV cutoff edge
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A series of iridophosphors with tunable excited states for hypoxia monitoring via time-resolved luminescence microscopy

A series of iridophosphors with different oxygen sensitivity has been designed and synthesized for hypoxia imaging by time-resolved luminescence techniques.

Graphical abstract: A series of iridophosphors with tunable excited states for hypoxia monitoring via time-resolved luminescence microscopy
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Exploring Mn2+-location-dependent red emission from (Mn/Zn)–Ga–Sn–S supertetrahedral nanoclusters with relatively precise dopant positions

Temperature-sensitive and Mn2+-location-dependent red emission from (Mn/Zn)–Ga–Sn–S supertetrahedral nanoclusters.

Graphical abstract: Exploring Mn2+-location-dependent red emission from (Mn/Zn)–Ga–Sn–S supertetrahedral nanoclusters with relatively precise dopant positions
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Comprehensive structure–function correlation of photoactive ionic π-conjugated supermolecular assemblies: an experimental and computational study

Experimental and computational structure–function study of an organic crystalline photoconductor composed of oppositely charged ionic porphyrins.

Graphical abstract: Comprehensive structure–function correlation of photoactive ionic π-conjugated supermolecular assemblies: an experimental and computational study
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Selective metallization of alumina ceramics by inkjet printing combined with electroless copper plating

A convenient and efficient approach for selective metallization of alumina ceramics via inkjet printing followed by electroless plating was developed.

Graphical abstract: Selective metallization of alumina ceramics by inkjet printing combined with electroless copper plating
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Electron-doping induced half-metallicity in one-dimensional Co-dithiolene molecular wires

Electron doping induced half-metallicity and ferromagnetism in a one dimensional Co-dithiolene molecular wire.

Graphical abstract: Electron-doping induced half-metallicity in one-dimensional Co-dithiolene molecular wires
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Structure and luminescence of a novel orange-yellow-emitting Ca1.62Eu0.38Si5O3N6 phosphor for warm white LEDs, discovered by a single-particle-diagnosis approach

A novel orange-yellow-emitting Ca1.62Eu0.38Si5O3N6 phosphor was discovered by a single-particle-diagnosis approach for UV, or blue LED driven white-LEDs.

Graphical abstract: Structure and luminescence of a novel orange-yellow-emitting Ca1.62Eu0.38Si5O3N6 phosphor for warm white LEDs, discovered by a single-particle-diagnosis approach
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Low-bandgap polymer electron acceptors based on double B ← N bridged bipyridine (BNBP) and diketopyrrolopyrrole (DPP) units for all-polymer solar cells

A new low-bandgap polymer electron acceptor based on the double B ← N bridged bipyridine unit is developed for all-polymer solar cells.

Graphical abstract: Low-bandgap polymer electron acceptors based on double B ← N bridged bipyridine (BNBP) and diketopyrrolopyrrole (DPP) units for all-polymer solar cells
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A bio-inspired cellulose nanocrystal-based nanocomposite photonic film with hyper-reflection and humidity-responsive actuator properties

The hyper-reflection and humidity-responsive behavior of a bio-inspired cellulose nanocrystal-based nanocomposite photonic film are described.

Graphical abstract: A bio-inspired cellulose nanocrystal-based nanocomposite photonic film with hyper-reflection and humidity-responsive actuator properties
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Freestanding electrochromic paper

A combination of nanofibrils and nanoparticles is used to fabricate polymer-based freestanding electrochromic materials which exhibit contrasts >20 in devices.

Graphical abstract: Freestanding electrochromic paper
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A set of manganese ion activated fluoride phosphors (A2BF6:Mn4+, A = K, Na, B = Si, Ge, Ti): synthesis below 0 °C and efficient room-temperature photoluminescence

Transition-metal ion activated solid-state phosphors are of particular interest for the development of LED-based white light sources.

Graphical abstract: A set of manganese ion activated fluoride phosphors (A2BF6:Mn4+, A = K, Na, B = Si, Ge, Ti): synthesis below 0 °C and efficient room-temperature photoluminescence
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Highly ordered bimolecular crystalline blends for low-noise and high-detectivity polymeric photodiodes

Suppressing noise current while maintaining high quantum efficiency is essential for realizing high-performance photodiodes.

Graphical abstract: Highly ordered bimolecular crystalline blends for low-noise and high-detectivity polymeric photodiodes
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Influence of ethynyl position on benzothiadiazole based D–A–π–A dye-sensitized solar cells: spectral response and photovoltage performance

Three D–A–π–A featured organic dyes has been designed for systematic insight into the effect of ethynyl positions on photovoltaic performances. Insertion of triple bond close to anchoring group exhibits better photovoltaic performance with higher open-circuit voltage.

Graphical abstract: Influence of ethynyl position on benzothiadiazole based D–A–π–A dye-sensitized solar cells: spectral response and photovoltage performance
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Surface state controlled ultrahigh selectivity and sensitivity for UV photodetectors based on individual SnO2 nanowires

Surface states are utilized for the development of high-performance photodetectors based on individual SnO2 nanowires. Their photodetectivity strongly depends on externally applied bias voltage and illuminated light intensity.

Graphical abstract: Surface state controlled ultrahigh selectivity and sensitivity for UV photodetectors based on individual SnO2 nanowires
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A surface oxide thin layer of copper nanowires enhanced the UV selective response of a ZnO film photodetector

A UV detector with a high UV-visible rejection ratio achieved by a warped Schottky junction between Cu NWs and ZnO.

Graphical abstract: A surface oxide thin layer of copper nanowires enhanced the UV selective response of a ZnO film photodetector
Open Access Paper

Tunable optical properties of OH-functionalised graphene quantum dots

Functionalisation with OH groups can tune the optical properties of Graphene oxide quantum dots (GO-QDs). Selective functionalisation of positions with large electron–hole separation offers a strategy to control the optical gap and photoluminescence properties.

Graphical abstract: Tunable optical properties of OH-functionalised graphene quantum dots
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Synthesis and photophysical properties of orthogonal rhodium(III)–carbon bonded porphyrin–aza-BODIPY conjugates

The facile synthesis of novel orthogonally arranged Rh(III) porphyrin–aza-BODIPY conjugates is described. The conjugates combine the advantages of the near-IR (NIR) absorption of aza-BODPY dye with the high triplet state of rhodium porphyrins.

Graphical abstract: Synthesis and photophysical properties of orthogonal rhodium(iii)–carbon bonded porphyrin–aza-BODIPY conjugates
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New anisopleural spindle-like nonlinear optic (NLO) chromophores with a D–D′–π–A′–A or D–A′–π–D′–A structure: interesting optical behavior and DFT calculation results

S-Chromophores showed larger DFT calculation μβ and red-shifted λmax which indicated more effective intermolecular charge transfer.

Graphical abstract: New anisopleural spindle-like nonlinear optic (NLO) chromophores with a D–D′–π–A′–A or D–A′–π–D′–A structure: interesting optical behavior and DFT calculation results
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Constructing small molecular AIE luminophores through a 2,2-(2,2-diphenylethene-1,1-diyl)dithiophene core and peripheral triphenylamine with applications in piezofluorochromism, optical waveguides, and explosive detection

Constructing small molecular AIE luminophores through heterocycle-based core with applications in piezofluorochromism, optical waveguide, and explosive detection.

Graphical abstract: Constructing small molecular AIE luminophores through a 2,2-(2,2-diphenylethene-1,1-diyl)dithiophene core and peripheral triphenylamine with applications in piezofluorochromism, optical waveguides, and explosive detection
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CaAlSiN3:Eu2+ translucent ceramic: a promising robust and efficient red color converter for solid state laser displays and lighting

Translucent CaAlSiN3:Eu2+ ceramic with a unique microstructure shows enhanced thermal stability and high quantum efficiency.

Graphical abstract: CaAlSiN3:Eu2+ translucent ceramic: a promising robust and efficient red color converter for solid state laser displays and lighting
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An AlAs/germanene heterostructure with tunable electronic and optical properties via external electric field and strain

By means of comprehensive first-principles calculations, we investigate the stability, electronic and optical properties of an AlAs/germanene heterostructure.

Graphical abstract: An AlAs/germanene heterostructure with tunable electronic and optical properties via external electric field and strain
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Biodegradable oxide synaptic transistors gated by a biopolymer electrolyte

Green, biodegradable oxide synaptic transistors gated by biopolymer electrolytes were fabricated on a graphene coated PET substrate, mimicking several synaptic functions.

Graphical abstract: Biodegradable oxide synaptic transistors gated by a biopolymer electrolyte
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White light emission and temperature dependent chromaticity shifts by modification of luminescent ZrO(FMN) nanoparticles with rare earth halides

White light emission of composite suspensions is achieved by functionalization of ZrO(FMN) nanoparticles with lanthanide chlorides resulting in core–shell systems and a temperature dependent chromaticity shift.

Graphical abstract: White light emission and temperature dependent chromaticity shifts by modification of luminescent ZrO(FMN) nanoparticles with rare earth halides
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Luminescence thermometry and imaging in the second biological window at high penetration depth with Nd:KGd(WO4)2 nanoparticles

Nd:KGd(WO4)2 nanoparticles were used as luminescent thermometers operating in the biological windows and NIR imaging with high penetration depth.

Graphical abstract: Luminescence thermometry and imaging in the second biological window at high penetration depth with Nd:KGd(WO4)2 nanoparticles
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Tunable electronic structure and enhanced optical properties in quasi-metallic hydrogenated/fluorinated SiC heterobilayer

The electronic and optical properties of a hydrogenated/fluorinated SiC heterobilayer were systematically investigated by using density functional theory calculations.

Graphical abstract: Tunable electronic structure and enhanced optical properties in quasi-metallic hydrogenated/fluorinated SiC heterobilayer
Open Access Paper

Zinc diketonates as single source precursors for ZnO nanoparticles: microwave-assisted synthesis, electrophoretic deposition and field-effect transistor device properties

Variation of the ligand framework in 1,3-substituted zinc-diketonates provides a straightforward way to control size, morphology and electronic properties of semiconducting zinc oxide nanoparticles.

Graphical abstract: Zinc diketonates as single source precursors for ZnO nanoparticles: microwave-assisted synthesis, electrophoretic deposition and field-effect transistor device properties
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Tunable structural and magnetic properties of chemically synthesized dual-phase Co2NiGa nanoparticles

The chemically tuned structural and magnetic properties of dual-phase Co2NiGa shape memory Heusler nanoparticles.

Graphical abstract: Tunable structural and magnetic properties of chemically synthesized dual-phase Co2NiGa nanoparticles
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Tuning charge transport from unipolar (n-type) to ambipolar in bis(naphthalene diimide) derivatives by introducing π-conjugated heterocyclic bridging moieties

The charge transport polarity of a series of acceptor–donor–acceptor (A–D–A) conjugated molecules can be tuned from unipolar (n-type) to ambipolar.

Graphical abstract: Tuning charge transport from unipolar (n-type) to ambipolar in bis(naphthalene diimide) derivatives by introducing π-conjugated heterocyclic bridging moieties
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Coordination-bond-driven fabrication of crack-free photonic crystals

Centimeter-scale crack-free opal PC films are prepared in which the latex spheres are bound together through coordination bonds.

Graphical abstract: Coordination-bond-driven fabrication of crack-free photonic crystals
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