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This research aims to design borate-squarate hybrid crystals that have significant birefringence for optical applications.

May 7, 2026

Design of borate-squarate hybrid crystals with large birefringence by synergistic assembly of planar π-conjugated groups

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This research aims to design borate-squarate hybrid crystals that have significant birefringence for optical applications.
Synthesize and assemble borate-squarate crystals with planar π-conjugated groups.
Investigate the effects of dehydration on the optical properties of the crystals at specific temperatures.
Crystals exhibit large refractive index differences of 0.281, 0.262, and 0.328 at 546 nm.
Enhanced optical anisotropy is observed due to the coplanar alignment of π-conjugated groups.

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. They exhibit large refractive index differences of 0.281, 0.262, and 0.328 at 546 nm, respectively. Notably, III is obtained by dehydrating I at 100 °C in an air atmosphere. The coplanar alignment of π-conjugated groups in III boosts optical anisotropy efficiently. This study provides valuable guidance for the rational design and further exploration of short-wavelength birefringent materials.

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Haowen Li

Beijing Tongren Hospital

X Y Wang

Fujian Normal University

Hui Chai

Ministry of Energy

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Xinjiang University

Xinjiang Technical Institute of Physics & Chemistry

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