Design, Synthesis, and Photochemical Studies of Functional Dyes
A special issue of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049). This special issue belongs to the section "Photochemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2026 | Viewed by 24
Special Issue Editor
Interests: organic chemistry; syntheses; fine chemicals; functional dyes; sensitizing dyes
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Dear Colleagues,
Functional dyes are characterized by their unique optics, as well as their thermodynamic and chemical reactivity properties, which enable a wide range of specialized applications. These include uses in semiconductors, photosensitizers, and emitters in optoelectronic devices. They are also employed in biomacromolecule markers, DNA sequencing, and photodynamic therapy (PDT).
Functional dyes serve as industrial colorants and optical signal indicators in chemsensors, owing to their distinct absorption and emission properties at specific wavelengths. They are also employed in white-light-emitting applications, such as solid-state lighting, flat-panel displays, and backlights for liquid crystal displays. Additionally, functional dyes play a vital role in PDT due to their capacity to generate singlet oxygen upon light irradiation. They are further utilized as photosensitizers in dye-sensitized solar cells, harnessing their abilities in photoexcitation and electron injection. Consequently, the design and synthesis of dye molecules with superior functionalities remain an active area of research aimed at meeting the demands of these applications.
This Special Issue, entitled “Design, Synthesis, and Photochemical Studies of Functional Dyes”, welcomes manuscripts (original research papers, short communications, or focus reviews) that focus on the keywords given below. However, other related topics are also welcome.
Dr. Liang Han
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- synthesis of functional dyes
- photochemistry of dyes
- organic dyes
- functional organic dyes
- photo-inducing materials
- organic photoelectric materials
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