Electroluminescent Poly(quinoline)s and Metalloquinolates

Abstract

Over the last two decades, poly(quinoline)s have become the subject of intense research as electroluminescent materials, for example organic light‐emitting diodes (OLEDs), thanks to their superior physical properties such as high electron mobility, photoluminescent efficiency, and stability. In this review, we outline the current research efforts on the employment of poly(quinoline)s and their closely related metallated analogs as materials for organic light‐emitting diodes. We will describe in detail the advantages and disadvantages of current poly(quinoline) systems, and suggest strategies to overcome current challenges that limit their use in OLEDs.

Keywords:

• poly(quinoline)
• 8‐hydroxyquinoline
• electroluminescence
• organic light‐emitting diodes

Acknowledgements

We gratefully acknowledge the support and enthusiasm of former and current group members and colleagues. Financial support has been provided by the National Science Foundation (ChE‐0239385) and Albemarle Corporation. MW gratefully acknowledges a 3M Untenured Faculty Award, a DuPont Young Professor Award, an Alfred P. Sloan Fellowship, a Camille Dreyfus Teacher/Scholar Award and a Blanchard Assistant Professorship.