Warm red light emitting Eu(III) complexes synthesis and analysis including computational methods for photonic applications

Abstract

Six luminescent europium organic complexes have been synthesized and studied for their luminescent properties. The synthesized complexes were analyzed through elemental analysis, XRD, SEM, EDAX, FT-IR, NMR and thermogravimetry. The complexes exhibit crystalline behavior and possess decent thermal stability. Photoluminescence study on complexes were conducted in both solid and solution states, the results indicate the characteristic red emission. With the addition of ancillary ligands, water molecules are replaced from inner coordination sphere, leading to enhanced luminescence properties. The colorimetric parameters (CIE, CP%, CCT, u′, v′) suggest aptness of these complexes in red light illuminating OLEDs. The J-O parameters were calculated experimentally and theoretically with the help of LUMPAC software. Theoretical and experimental results agree well reflecting the efficacy of the outcomes. As a result of red emission, these complexes could have interesting photonics applications. The biological studies indicate the probable use of these complexes in the medical industry.