We have developed the chemistry of the Phlorin macrocycle. Electrochemical and photophysical interrogation of this member of the tetrapyrrole family has revealed a rich multielectron photochemistry. The phlorin's electronic structure and physical properties makes it ideal for applications including dye sensitized solar cells and energy photocatalysis. The synthesis and physical interrogation of these systems will be discussed and the implementation of these novel constructs for energy harvesting applications will be considered.

New tetrapyrrole platforms with a multielectron photochemistry for solar energy capture and conversion

243rd National Meeting (2012)

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