Functionalized Fullerenes for Enhanced Photovoltaic Efficiency
Invention type: Technology
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Case number: #16674J
Embodiments described herein provide functionalized carbon nanostructures for use in various devices, including photovoltaic devices (e.g., solar cells). In some cases, the carbon nanostructures are fullerenes substituted with one or more isobenzofulvene species and/or indane species. Devices including such materials may exhibit increased efficiency, increased open circuit potential, high electron/hole mobility, and/or low electrical resistance.
Researchers
Timothy Manning Swager
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Andrea Pellegrino
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Andrea Maurano
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Ggoch (Grace) Han
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Riccardo Po
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Vladimir Bulovic
Departments: Department of Chemistry, Office of the Vice President for Research
Technology Areas: Chemicals & Materials: Nanotechnology & Nanomaterials / Energy & Distribution: Photovoltaics
Impact Areas: Sustainable Future
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functionalized nanostructures and devices including photovoltaic devices
United States of America | Granted | 10,672,988
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