Building Better Solar Cells: Assembly of 2D Molecular Structures with Triptycene Scaffold

October 1, 2024

Institute of Science Tokyo

Keio University

2D assemblies of pentacene constructed using the supramolecular scaffold demonstrated high efficiency in singlet fission, a process that can enhance solar cell performance.

A tripodal triptycene supramolecular scaffold developed by researchers at Science Tokyo could lead to significant advancements in the design of two-dimensional (2D) molecular assemblies. Researchers placed pentacene molecules between triptycene units, forming a 2D structure aligned over one dimension that showed high efficiency in singlet fission. This method offers a rational approach to designing 2D assemblies with various molecules, opening up new possibilities for advancements in materials science and electronics.