Resolving Donor–Acceptor Interfaces and Charge Carrier Energy Levels of Organic Semiconductors with Polar Side Chains
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DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202004799
Abstract: Organic semiconductors consisting of molecules bearing polar side chains have been proposed as potential candidates to overcome the limitations of organic photovoltaics owing to their enhanced dielectric constant. However, introducing such polar molecules in photovoltaic… read more here.
Keywords: organic semiconductors; side; side chains; polar side ... See more keywords
Branched Oligo(ether) Side Chains: A Path to Enhanced Processability and Elevated Conductivity for Polymeric Semiconductors
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DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202102688
Abstract: Commercialization of stable conjugated polymers (CPs) with tunable electronic properties will remain a challenge without adequate solution processability due to the importance of techniques such as roll‐to‐roll manufacturing. Consequently, modifying CP backbones with polar side… read more here.
Keywords: conductivity; ether side; side; branched oligo ... See more keywords
Photopatternable High‐k Polysilsesquioxane Dielectrics for Organic Integrated Devices: Effects of UV Curing on Chemical and Electrical Properties
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DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202214865
Abstract: Polysilsesquioxanes (PSQs) have generated great interest as solution‐processable inorganic polymers for obtaining high‐dielectric‐constant (k) dielectrics. Engineering the side chains in PSQs can enhance the polarization characteristics and provide different functionalities, such as photopatternability and ferroelectric… read more here.
Keywords: photopatternable high; chemical electrical; electrical properties; side chains ... See more keywords
Side‐Chains Engineered Self‐Assembly of Ortho‐Benzodipyrrole‐Based Acceptors: Comprehensive Exploration of Structure‐Interface‐Photovoltaics Correlations
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DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202504705
Abstract: This research employs inner side‐chain engineering in C‐shaped ortho‐benzodipyrrole‐based (CB) A‐D‐A non‐fullerene acceptors (NFAs) CB8, CB12, CB16, and CB20, where side‐chain configuration crucially influences self‐assembly, single‐crystal structures, and optoelectronic properties. The enthalpy of fusion at… read more here.
Keywords: based acceptors; benzodipyrrole based; self assembly; pm6 ... See more keywords
Impact of Side‐Chain Hydrophilicity on Packing, Swelling, and Ion Interactions in Oxy‐Bithiophene Semiconductors
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DOI: 10.1002/adma.202204258
Abstract: Exchanging hydrophobic alkyl‐based side chains to hydrophilic glycol‐based side chains is a widely adopted method for improving mixed‐transport device performance, despite the impact on solid‐state packing and polymer‐electrolyte interactions being poorly understood. Presented here is… read more here.
Keywords: bithiophene semiconductors; side chain; side chains; side ... See more keywords
Low‐Temperature Melt‐Processable Polymer Semiconductors with Large‐Ring Crown Ether Side Chains for High‐Performance Organic Electronics
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DOI: 10.1002/adma.202506041
Abstract: Polymer semiconductors are crucial components in organic electronics and have shown remarkable progress in recent years. However, their dependence on halogenated solvents for film processing raises environmental concerns and introduces risks of defects caused by… read more here.
Keywords: melt; high performance; performance; polymer ... See more keywords
Semifluoroalkyl n‐Type Conjugated Polymers: Novel Cathode Interlayers for Air‐Stable Organic Photodetectors
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DOI: 10.1002/adom.202403477
Abstract: Typical organic cathode interlayer (CIL) materials for solution‐processed organic optoelectronic devices usually have polar side chains or polar/ionic groups, making them hydrophilic and thus limiting device stability. This manuscript reports a novel CIL material based… read more here.
Keywords: conjugated polymers; type; cathode; organic photodetectors ... See more keywords
Achieving Efficient Ternary Organic Solar Cells Using Structurally Similar Non‐Fullerene Acceptors with Varying Flanking Side Chains
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DOI: 10.1002/aenm.202100079
Abstract: In this work, the properties and performance of three structurally similar non‐fullerene acceptors (named BTP‐Ph, BTP‐Th, and BTP‐C11) possessing different side chains on the β‐positions of the thienothiophene units of the Y6 molecule are systematically… read more here.
Keywords: structurally similar; side chains; ptq10; non fullerene ... See more keywords
Leishmania amazonensis from distinct clinical forms/hosts has polymorphisms in Lipophosphoglycans, displays variations in immunomodulatory properties and, susceptibility to antileishmanial drugs
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DOI: 10.1002/cbin.11880
Abstract: Lipophosphoglycan (LPG), the major Leishmania glycoconjugate, induces pro‐inflammatory/immunosuppressive innate immune responses. Here, we evaluated functional/biochemical LPG properties from six Leishmania amazonensis strains from different hosts/clinical forms. LPGs from three strains (GV02, BA276, and LV79) had… read more here.
Keywords: susceptibility antileishmanial; clinical forms; amazonensis; side chains ... See more keywords
Effect of Secondary Structure and Side Chain Length of Hydrophobic Amino Acid Residues on the Antimicrobial Activity and Toxicity of 14‐Residue‐Long de novo AMPs
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DOI: 10.1002/cmdc.202000550
Abstract: Herein we report the efficacy and toxicity of three de novo designed cationic antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) LL‐14, VV‐14 and ββ‐14, where side chains of the hydrophobic amino acids were reduced gradually. The AMPs showed broad‐spectrum… read more here.
Keywords: side chains; antimicrobial activity; toxicity; hydrophobic amino ... See more keywords
A CGenFF‐based force field for simulations of peptoids with both cis and trans peptide bonds
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DOI: 10.1002/jcc.25850
Abstract: Peptoids, or poly‐n‐substituted glycines, are peptide‐like polymers composed of a flexible backbone decorated with diverse chemical side chains. Peptoids can form a variety of self‐assembling structures based on the type and sequence of the side… read more here.
Keywords: cis trans; force field; side chains;