Near Infrared Electroluminescence in Light-emitting Electrochemical Cells from Binuclear Copper(I) Complexes bearing π-extended Benzimidazole and Benzothiazole Ligands

Key Points

• The aim is to design and synthesize compounds that efficiently emit light in the deep-red to near-infrared region.
• Developed binuclear copper(I) complexes with π-extended benzimidazole and benzothiazole ligands.
• Assessed their electroluminescent properties in light-emitting electrochemical cells.
• Characterized their performance and emission spectra for potential applications.
• Successfully achieved near-infrared emission from the synthesized complexes.
• Demonstrated improved efficiency compared to conventional emitters, with specific wavelengths reported.
• Highlighted their potential utility in phototherapy and other optoelectronic applications.