Simplifying the Production of Dinaphthothiophenes Compounds

SLU ID 17-003 | Dinaphthothiophenes From Photoinduced Ring Closure

Background

Dinaphthothiophenes (DNTs) are a class of compounds with potential uses in organic semiconductors and the synthesis of asymmetric catalysts. Symmetrical or asymmetrical addition of functional groups to the dinaphthothiophene structure may be desired for steric bulk in binaphthyl catalyst synthesis or tuning the electronic properties of semiconductors or photo-oxygen precursors. Thus, versatility of functional group addition is a great asset in DNT synthesis.

Overview

Researchers at Saint Louis University (SLU) have developed methods to minimize the steps required to obtain dinaphthothiophene (DNT) structures. The methods also provide a simple way to asymmetrically incorporate functional groups onto the DNT structure.

Benefits

The potential benefits of this technology include:

• minimizing the steps required to produce DNT structures

• minimizing the time required to produce DNT structures

• minimizing the complexity of asymmetrically incorporating functional groups onto the DNT structure

Applications

The potential applications of this technology include:

• Organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs)

• Photovoltaics

Opportunity

Saint Louis University is seeking partners to further develop and commercialize this technology.