In this work it was demonstrated how the interplay between photoswitches and their surrounding can be employed for different applications. Although the point of view is different, both projects share the same basis. The first chapter focusses on modulating the environment trough the DAE. Structural changes in the photoswitch theoretically alter the basicity of the system. Contrary, the second chapter alters the system trough introduction of fluorinespecific interactions and observes the impact on the photoswitching imine. Nevertheless, both projects rely on the mutual relationship between a photoswitch and its surrounding. The dynamic of this relationship is fundamental for the discussed applications. In addition it is shown how the connection of molecular designs allows for greater complexity and how established methods of analysis can be extended in order to access new insights. Hopefully, this will inspire and support further research both in and outside of the field of photochromism.
Svante P. Ihrig (Wed,) studied this question.