Organic thermally activated delayed fluorescence (TADF) compounds used in photocatalysis

Organic compounds that show Thermally Activated Delayed Fluorescence (TADF) have become wildly popular as next-generation emitters in organic light emitting diodes (OLEDs). Since 2016, a subset of these have found increasing use as photocatalysts. This review comprehensively highlights their potential by documenting the diversity of the reactions where an organic TADF photocatalyst can be used in lieu of a noble metal complex photocatalyst. Beyond the small number of TADF photocatalysts that have been used to date, the analysis conducted within this review reveals the wider potential of organic donor-acceptor TADF compounds as photocatalysts. A discussion of the benefits of compounds showing TADF for photocatalysis is presented, which paints a picture of a very promising future for organic photocatalyst development.

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Organic compounds with Thermally Activated Delayed Fluorescence (TADF) properties have gained popularity as next-generation emitters in OLEDs, and have also been increasingly used as photocatalysts since 2016. This review highlights the wide potential of organic TADF compounds as photocatalysts, showcasing their versatility in various reactions and discussing the benefits they bring to photocatalysis. The analysis presented in the review reveals a promising future for the development of organic photocatalysts.