Recent Insights about the Role of Gels in Organic Photonics and Electronics
Josué M. Galindo,
Carlos Tardío,
Basanta Saikia,
Stijn Van Cleuvenbergen,
Iván Torres-Moya
Affiliations
Josué M. Galindo
Department of Chemistry, RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences, 123 St. Stephen’s Green, D02YN77 Dublin, Ireland
Carlos Tardío
Department of Inorganic, Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of Chemical Science and Technologies, University of Castilla-La Mancha-IRICA, 13071 Ciudad Real, Spain
Basanta Saikia
Department of Chemistry, Molecular Imaging and Photonics, KULAK—KU Leuven, E. Sabbelaan 53, 8500 Kortrijk, Belgium
Stijn Van Cleuvenbergen
Department of Chemistry, Molecular Imaging and Photonics, KULAK—KU Leuven, E. Sabbelaan 53, 8500 Kortrijk, Belgium
Iván Torres-Moya
Department of Organic Chemistry, Faculty of Chemical Sciences, Campus of Espinardo, University of Murcia, 30010 Murcia, Spain
This review article provides an in-depth exploration of the role of gels in the fields of organic electronics and photonics, focusing on their unique properties and applications. Despite their remarkable potential, gel-based innovations remain relatively uncharted in these domains. This brief review aims to bridge the knowledge gap by shedding light on the diverse roles that gels can fulfil in the enhancement of organic electronic and photonic devices. From flexible electronics to light-emitting materials, we delve into specific examples of gel applications, highlighting their versatility and promising outcomes. This work serves as an indispensable resource for researchers interested in harnessing the transformative power of gels within these cutting-edge fields. The objective of this review is to raise awareness about the overlooked research potential of gels in optoelectronic materials, which have somewhat diminished in recent years.
