journal article·2025-07Open access

Natural polymer-based room-temperature phosphorescent materials

Zhihe Chi, Jie Yang, Zhen Li

Cell Reports Physical Science· Volume 6· Issue 7

Abstract

Chi et al. review recent advances in natural polymer-based room-temperature phosphorescent materials. They highlight strategies to improve the efficiency and stability of room-temperature phosphorescence, offering insights into the design of sustainable luminescent systems.
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OpenAlex topics: Luminescence and Fluorescent Materials · Conducting polymers and applications · Carbon and Quantum Dots Applications

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