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This research aims to investigate the opto-electronic properties of the perylene:TCNQ cocrystal for its suitability in photovoltaic applications.

April 24, 2026Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics0 citationsOpen Access

DFT insights into opto-electronic properties of near infra-red absorber 1:1 perylene:TCNQ cocrystal towards photovoltaic application

AMArkalekha Mandal CMChris Mohn YCYusuf Chanchangi

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This research aims to investigate the opto-electronic properties of the perylene:TCNQ cocrystal for its suitability in photovoltaic applications.
Utilized density functional theory (DFT) to analyze the molecular structure and electronic properties of the cocrystal
Assessed the π-electron interactions in the cocrystal and their impact on light absorption
Identified favorable opto-electronic properties that enhance light absorption in the near infrared range
Confirmed potential for increased efficiency in photovoltaic devices based on the cocrystal structure

Abstract

With the advent of photovoltaic materials with room temperature solution processing ability and light-weightiness, organic materials have emerged as the promising candidates. Organic cocrystals comprising π-electron rich donor and π-electron...

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