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A multi-stimuli responsive switch as a fluorescent molecular analogue of transistors.

ABSTRACT: Although the quantum nature of molecules makes them specially suitable for mimicking the operation of digital electronic elements, molecular compounds can also be envisioned to emulate the behavior of analog devices. In this work we report a novel fluorescent three-state switch capable of reproducing the analog response of transistors, an ubiquitous device in modern electronics. Exploiting the redox and thermal sensitivity of this compound, the amplitude of its fluorescence emission can be continuously modulated, in a similar way as the output current in a transistor is amplified by the gate-to-source voltage.

SUBMITTER: Gallardo I

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5604542 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature

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A multi-stimuli responsive switch as a fluorescent molecular analogue of transistors.

Gallardo Iluminada I Guirado Gonzalo G Hernando Jordi J Morais Sandy S Prats Gemma G

Chemical science 20151119 3

Although the quantum nature of molecules makes them specially suitable for mimicking the operation of digital electronic elements, molecular compounds can also be envisioned to emulate the behavior of analog devices. In this work we report a novel fluorescent three-state switch capable of reproducing the analog response of transistors, an ubiquitous device in modern electronics. Exploiting the redox and thermal sensitivity of this compound, the amplitude of its fluorescence emission can be conti ...[more]

PMID: 28959394

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