Phosphorescent Materials

The development of phosphorescent materials is mainly driven by their prospective applications in a broad range of fields such as chemistry, biological science and biomedicine, and optoelectronic technologies. This primer is structured to introduce you to the fascinating field of phosphorescent materials, covering fundamental concepts of photophysics, basic characterization of phosphorescent materials, types of phosphorescent materials, and applications. It should be emphasized that the discussion on phosphorescent materials is far from comprehensive; rather it highlights the design strategies, structural types, and important features of the materials. Readers are referred to the “Read These Next” for expanded coverage and cited references including original research articles and review papers for further information. Research in phosphorescent materials is highly collaborative as it stretches into various disciplines including not only chemistry but also biology, physics, and engineering. Therefore, this primer also serves as a bridge to other fields that may be of interest.