Abstract
Ester-functionalized all-conjugated diblock copolythiophenes are synthesized by an optimized Rieke zinc protocol. These light-harvesting semiconducting electron donor polymers are of high interest in the field of organic photovoltaics as both the block architecture and the (functionalized) side chains play a crucial role in determining the bulk heterojunction active layer blend (nano)morphology and thereby the final polymer solar cell efficiency and lifetime.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1832-1837 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Polymer Chemistry |
Issue number | 5 |
Publication status | Published - 6 Jan 2014 |
Keywords
- Rieke zinc
- Copolythiophenes
- Advanced thermal analysis
- Organic photovoltaics