Triphenylene Chromophore Enhances Emission in Au/Cu Heterometallic Complexes

Key Points

• This research aims to explore how a triphenylene chromophore impacts the emission properties of Au(I)–Cu(I) complexes.
• These complexes incorporate a rigid 2-ethynyltriphenylene chromophore.
• Luminescent properties were analyzed through metallophilic interactions and spin–orbit coupling.
• The incorporation of triphenylene enhances the emission intensity of the Au(I)–Cu(I) complexes.
• Synergistic effects from metallophilic interactions led to improved luminescent characteristics.