Extending the Dimensional of Electron Correlation Effects and Spin-Based Interactions in Soft and Hybrid Matter
Abstract
Electron-electron and spin-based interactions are at the heart of chemistry, materials science, and condensed matter physics. Understanding and controlling them remains central to the development of new photonic, (opto)electronic, magnetic, spintronic, quantum, and many other emerging technologies. In strongly correlated organic materials, remarkable properties and new phenomena develop from collective electronic interactions and the presence of magnetic moments (i.e., unpaired spins) coupled to light elements. Advancing fundamental relationships between molecular structure and the achievable properties of these complex materials requires overcoming significant hurdles spanning synthesis, characterization, theory, and practical implementation. This project will will advance the fundamental science of organic and hybrid open-shell materials by systematically extending electron correlation effects across longer length scales than previously explored, by promoting new spin-spin interactions through space and dimensionalities (1-3D architectures), and via hybridization of open-shell organic frameworks with inorganic species. Capitalizing on our world-leading expertise in the synthesis, characterization, and application of open-shell conjugated polymers, this project will- (1) understand charge and spin transport in strongly correlated quasi-1D open-shell donor-acceptor (D-A) materials; (2) synthesize new open-shell materials with diverse topologies; (3) develop new spin-spin and through-space electronic interactions mediated by novel molecular, quantum, and topological structures; and (4) understand bonding in hybrid organic-inorganic materials mediated by stable and tunable open-shell frameworks. These studies will holistically connect electron correlation effects across multiple dimensions, lead to materials with very different, unprecedented, and tunable functionality, and offer a completely new bridge between hard and soft matter. These fundamental studie will enable the integration of manifold properties within emerging technologies at the forefront of research in diverse fields such as chemistry, materials science, condensed matter physics, spintronics, and quantum matter. The new chemistry, physics, and electronic processes that result will be of interest for a broad range of emerging Air Force applications.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Mar 07, 2024
- Source ID
- FA95502310654
Entities
People
- Jason D Azoulay
Organizations
- Air Force Office of Scientific Research
- Georgia Tech Research Corporation
- United States Air Force