Presented here is the development of efficient syntheses towards a series of functionalized naphthalene diimide derivatives. Specifically, we report the synthesis of mono- and dibromonaphthalene diimides and their further functionalization towards extended conjugated systems. This is demonstrated using both conventional means and microwave irradiation. These compounds have great potential for use in functional liquid crystalline materials and as robust electron-accepting components in a variety of organic electronic applications.

Efficient microwave synthesis of functionalized naphthalene diimide derivatives

245th National Meeting (2013)

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