On the photo and back isomerization of phenylazothiazoles anchored onto peptoids : one step further toward visible-light photoswitches for solar energy harnessing

Pascal Gerbaux; Gwendal Henrard; Thomas Robert; Benjamin Tassignon; Julien De Winter; Jérôme Cornil

doi:10.1039/d6tc00861e

January 1, 2026Journal of Materials Chemistry C

On the photo and back isomerization of phenylazothiazoles anchored onto peptoids : one step further toward visible-light photoswitches for solar energy harnessing

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The study aims to improve visible-light absorption and increase the proportion and lifetime of Z-isomers in azobenzene-based chromophores for energy applications.
Investigated phenylazothiazoles anchored onto peptoids in a laboratory setting.
Analyzed the photo and back isomerization processes.
Focused on enhancing the performance of molecular solar thermal energy storage.
Achieved a significant increase in the Z-isomer proportion, leading to improved efficiency.
Demonstrated enhanced stability of the Z-isomer under visible light exposure.
Results indicate potential for the development of more efficient solar energy harnessing materials.

Implication

Investigates visible-light absorption enhancements for energy storage, suggesting potential for solar energy applications.

Abstract

The development of efficient azobenzene-based chromophores for MOlecular Solar Thermal (MOST) energy storage requires improved visible-light absorption and enhanced Z-isomer proportion as well as lifetime. In this work, we investigated...

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On the photo and back isomerization of phenylazothiazoles anchored onto peptoids : one step further toward visible-light photoswitches for solar energy harnessing

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On the photo and back isomerization of phenylazothiazoles anchored onto peptoids : one step further toward visible-light photoswitches for solar energy harnessing

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