Evolving the nitrogen-nitrogen three electron bond as a technology enabler (2025-2027)
Abstract
Chemical discovery underpins technological advances that benefit society. This project aims to generate a transformational chemical platform of innovative nitrogen atom containing molecules capable of supporting stable and long-lived radicals that can be used in electronic applications. Expected outcomes include an understanding of methods for tuning the unique redox chemistry of these molecules and their conversion into materials with practical applications such as for solar cells and rechargeable batteries. This should provide game changing molecular tools for reducing the cost of energy generation and storage, along with uniquely trained scientists in a range of chemistry sub-disciplines having an entrepreneurial chemical instinct.
