Phthalocyanines and Some Current Applications

• Other Authors: Yilmaz, Yusuf (Editor)
• Format: Electronic Book Chapter
• Language: English
• Published: IntechOpen 2017
• Subjects: Electrochemistry & magnetochemistry; photocatalysis, photodynamic therapy, graphene, fluorescence, thin films, antioxidant activity
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Since their initial accidental synthesis and characterization in Scotland in the late 1920s, there has been a strong research focus on the use of phthalocyanines (Pcs) as dyes and pigments. In recent years, active research fields have included their use in electrophotography, photovoltaic and solar...