Creation and development of high-performance soft π materials

Research Project Outline

We aim at creating a new class of functional π materials as key components for future electronics with high efficiency in the energy conversion and low energy consumption. Our approach is based on the development of sophisticated 2D-expanded π -conjugated skeletons and their clustering. We will tackle this subject by rational molecular designs based on quantum chemical calculations and competent synthesis including the development of our original reactions. Through the construction of flexible nanostructures with unusual photo- and electronic properties, dynamic functions, high-performance amorphous phase, or fluid condensed phase, we will establish the design principle for this class of soft materials.

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