Organic–Inorganic Compounds: Synthesis, Crystal Structure and Photophysical Properties
A special issue of Crystals (ISSN 2073-4352). This special issue belongs to the section "Hybrid and Composite Crystalline Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 September 2025
Special Issue Editor
Interests: organic electronics; organic dyes; organic light-emitting devices; organic materials; organic photocatalysis; catalysts; nitrogen-rich heterocycles; heterocyclic synthesis
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Organic–inorganic compounds, also known as hybrid materials, have garnered significant attention since the early 20th century. These materials, which combine the versatility of organic molecules with the robust properties of inorganic frameworks, have been extensively studied for their unique and enhanced properties. Over the past few decades, advances in synthesis techniques and a deeper understanding of their crystal structures have led to remarkable improvements in their photophysical properties. These hybrid materials offer a multitude of advantages, including tunable optical and electronic properties, diverse functionalities, and potential applications in fields such as photovoltaics, light-emitting diodes, photocatalysis, gas storage, batteries, and sensors.
This Special Issue, entitled "Organic–Inorganic Compounds: Synthesis, Crystal Structure and Photophysical Properties," aims to highlight the latest advancements and address the key challenges in this exciting field. We will focus on innovative synthesis strategies, detailed crystal structure analysis, and the exploration of photophysical phenomena to provide insights into the design and application of these complex materials.
Prof. Dr. K. R. Justin Thomas
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- organic–inorganic compounds
- hybrid materials
- metal-organic frameworks
- covalent organic frameworks
- opto-electronic applications
- photocatalysis
