Application In Light-emitting Diodes Research Articles

Unlocking the Potential of Organic-Inorganic Hybrid Manganese Halides for Advanced Optoelectronic Applications.

Organic-inorganic hybrid manganese(II) halides (OIMnHs) have garnered tremendous interest across a wide array of research fields owing to their outstanding optical properties, abundant structural diversity, low-cost solution processibility, and low toxicity, which make them extremely suitable for use as a new class of luminescent materials for various optoelectronic applications. Over the past years, a plethora of OIMnHs with different structural dimensionalities and multifunctionalities such as efficient photoluminescence (PL), radioluminescence, circularly polarized luminescence, and mechanoluminescence have been newly created by judicious screening of the organic cations and inorganic Mn(II) polyhedra. Specifically, through precise molecular and structural engineering, a series of OIMnHs with near-unity PL quantum yields, high anti-thermal quenching properties, and excellent stability in harsh conditions have been devised and explored for applications in light-emitting diodes (LEDs), X-ray scintillators, multimodal anti-counterfeiting, and fluorescent sensing. In this review, the latest advancements in the development of OIMnHs as efficient light-emitting materials are summarized, whichcovers from their fundamental physicochemical properties to advanced optoelectronic applications, with an emphasis on the structural and functionality design especially for LEDs and X-ray detection and imaging. Current challenges and future efforts to unlock the potentials of these promising materials are also envisioned.

Dazzling red-emitting Ca2EuMO6 (M = Sb, Nb, Ta) double-perovskite phosphors with potential application in phosphor-converted white light-emitting diodes

In this paper, three new efficient Eu3+-activated Ca2EuMO6 (M = Sb, Nb, and Ta) red-emitting phosphors with outstanding luminescence properties were prepared by using the high-temperature solid-state reaction method. X-ray diffraction and Rietveld refinements revealed the double-perovskite structure of Ca2EuMO6 (M = Sb, Nb, and Ta) compounds. Photoluminescent excitation and emission spectra, decay lifetimes, CIE chromaticity coordinates, color purity values, internal quantum efficiency, and thermal stability were discussed in detail. Under the excitation of 395 nm near-ultraviolet light, these Ca2EuMO6 (M = Sb, Nb, and Ta) phosphors demonstrated bright narrow-band red emissions with peaks at 592, 620, 656, and 703 nm due to the 5D0→7FJ (J = 1–4) transitions of Eu3+ ions. The internal quantum efficiencies of the Ca2EuSbO6, Ca2EuNbO6, and Ca2EuTaO6 samples were determined to be 39.3%, 41.6%, and 40.4%, respectively. Impressively, the emission intensity of Ca2EuNbO6 is about 1.25 times higher than that of commercial Y2O3:Eu3+ red phosphor. CIE color coordinates of Ca2EuMO6 (M = Sb, Nb, and Ta) phosphors were calculated to be (0.6748, 0.3250), (0.6800, 0.3198), and (0.6790, 0.3208), respectively; along with high color purity of 90.7%, 93.2%, and 92.7%. Besides, their thermal stability was also investigated, and the corresponding emission intensities of Ca2EuMO6 (M = Sb, Nb, and Ta) at 423 K were respectively maintained at 73%, 86%, and 80% of that at 303 K. All results show that these newly developed red-emitting Ca2EuMO6 (M = Sb, Nb, and Ta) phosphors possess potential applications in white light-emitting diodes.

Tunable Narrowband to Wideband emission of Mn2+, Eu2+ Co-doped GdMgAl11O19 for multifunctional applications

As the widespread application of white light-emitting diodes (WLEDs) in lighting field and liquid crystal display (LCD) backlight, the development of phosphors toward multifunctional applications is considered to be an inevitable tendency. In this work, multi-color light emissions have been realized in Eu2+ and Mn2+-activated magnetoplumbite-type GdMgAl11O19 (GMAO) along with adjustable photoluminescence properties. Significantly, a promising narrow-band green light emission can be achieved by Mn2+-activated GMAO with the full width at half maximum (FWHM) of 27 nm, and such narrow emission band makes the as-prepared WLED device reach 121 % of National Television Standards Committee (NTSC), which can act as an ideal LCD backlight. On the other hand, the broad cyan light can be achieved in Eu2+-activated GMAO. Moreover, multi-color light emissions have been realized in Eu2+ and Mn2+ co-doped GMAO, and the energy transfer from Eu2+ to Mn2+ ions was established. Benefitting from the broad band cyan light emission of Eu2+ ion, a promising WLED device with high color rendering index (CRI) of 90 has been fabricated by using Eu2+ and Mn2+ co-doped sample. The result indicates the multifunctional applications of the GMAO modulated by Eu2+ and Mn2+ activators.

Eco-friendly synthesis of red-emissive carbon dots for visual alcohol detection and light-emitting diodes

Red-emissive carbon dots (R-CDs) is highly desired in developing full-color solid-state lighting and display applications based on CDs. Developing simple and eco-friendly methods to produce R-CDs is extremely desirable. In this work, two types of R-CDs were obtained via simple and eco-friendly grinding-heating or solvothermal methods using fresh spinach leaves as the carbon source, respectively. The obtained R-CDs naturally possess surface functional groups. These R-CDs were effectively used as sensitive probes for detecting alcohol (including alcohol gas and liquor detection) due to the synergistic effect of the nitrogen-containing surface groups on the R-CDs and the oxhydryl groups in the alcohol solution. Finally, red electroluminescence was achieved by mixing the R-CDs with polyvinyl pyrrolidone as the phosphor layer on a blue light-emitting diode (LED) chip. This work paves the way for the further development of R-CDs in fluorescence probes and full-color LED applications.

Regulating the luminescence properties of Eu2W3O12 red-emitting phosphor via rare-earth ions doping for optical thermometry, white light-emitting diode and plant growth applications

To fulfil various applications, series of rare-earth (RE) ions (i.e., La3+, Gd3+, Sm3+) doped Eu2W3O12 (EWO) phosphors were synthesized. All the designed phosphors can emit glaring visible lights from Eu3+ and their fluorescence intensities were significantly enhanced through RE ions doping. To explore the impact of RE ions doping on the symmetric properties of Eu3+ in studied samples, theoretical calculation based on Judd-Ofelt theory was performed. Moreover, through utilizing temperature-related emission spectra, the thermal quenching behaviors of resultant phosphors were studied and found that their thermal stability had been improved by adding RE ions. Furthermore, the thermometric properties of designed phosphors were examined through adopting the single-band ratiometric technique to analyzing the temperature-dependent fluorescence intensity ratio of the emission band arising from 5D0 → 7F2 transition of Eu3+. It is found that maximum absolute and relative sensitivities of resulting phosphors were 0.197 and 1.202 % K−1, respectively. Additionally, two types of devices, i.e., white light-emitting diode (white-LED) and red-emitting LED, where the prepared phosphors play as red-emitting components, were fabricated. The packaged white-LEDs can emit warm white light with high color rendering index and low correlated color temperature, which are insensitive to operating current. Considering the red-emitting LEDs, their emission bands overlap with the absorption bands of plant pigments, which can promote plant growth and it was verified by peppermint growth experiments. These results verify that the introduction of RE ions is a feasible approach to modify the luminescence performances of phosphors to realize diversified applications.

A single phased full color emitting pyrochlore type phosphor La2Y0.66Sn0.66Sb0.66O7: Bi3+, Eu3+ for white light emitting diode applications (WLEDs)

The phosphor converted white light emitting diodes (pc-WLEDs) are advancing rapidly in replacing the conventional fluorescent and incandescent light sources. However, the current technology of pc-WLEDs limits their large scale indoor lighting applications due to their high correlated color temperature (CCT) and poor color rendering index (CRI). In this work, a single phased full color emitting phosphor in the pyrochlore oxide system, La2Y0.66Sn0.66Sb0.66O7: Bi3+, Eu3+ has been developed by the high temperature ceramic route. The developed phosphors are characterized by powder X-ray diffraction, luminescence and lifetime measurements. Upon near UV excitation wavelength, the singly doped phosphor, La2Y0.66Sn0.66Sb0.66O7: Bi3+ show intense blue green light in the wavelength region 400–600 nm due to the characteristic transitions (3P1 → 1S0) of Bi3+. The emission spectral analysis suggests that there exist two luminescence centers of Bi3+ due to occupation of different crystallographic sites in the pyrochlore lattice of La2Y0.66Sn0.66Sb0.66O7. The deficit of red component in the emission spectra is overcome by the Eu3+ co-doping in the system, La2Y0.66Sn0.66Sb0.66O7: Bi3+, Eu3+ which results in the full color emission covering the visible spectral range up to 700 nm with broad peaks along with sharp narrow characteristic peaks of Eu3+. The full color emission of the La2Y0.66Sn0.66Sb0.66O7: 0.04Bi3+, yEu3+ phosphors can be tuned by adjusting the suitable Eu3+ dopant concentration and using appropriate energy transfer from Bi3+ to Eu3+. The full color emitting phosphor, La2Y0.66Sn0.66Sb0.66O7:0.04Bi3+, 0.06Eu3+ can be realized with the color coordinates (0.30, 0.36), and correlated color temperature (4383K). All these results demonstrate that La2Y0.66Sn0.66Sb0.66O7:xBi3+, yEu3+ are potential single phased full color emitting phosphors for the development of pc-WLEDs.

Development of copper-boron nitride core-shell structured fillers and surface treatment for thermally conductive composites

Core-shell structured copper-boron nitride (Cu@BN) spherical fillers were synthesized to fabricate thermally conductive composites. To enhance the interaction between the fillers and the matrix, polysilazane (PSZ) was coated on the surface of the filler. The resultant composite exhibited remarkable characteristics, including a substantial tensile strength of 32.36 MPa, excellent electrical insulation properties, and impressive thermal conductivity of 3.47 W/mK. When applied in a light-emitting diode (LED) application, the composite effectively managed heat, reducing the operating temperature by 34 °C. The epoxy/PSZ-Cu@BN composites hold great promise for improving thermal management in electronic devices.

Ligand‐Pinning Induced Size Modulation of CsPbI3 Perovskite Quantum Dots for Red Light‐Emitting Diodes

AbstractPerovskite quantum dots (PQDs) show high potential for new‐generation light‐emitting diodes (LEDs) due to their outstanding optoelectronic properties. Even though the red PQD‐LEDs can be realized through mixing halide in the PQDs to tune their spectroscopies, the PQDs may suffer from phase separation under a high electric field, predominantly affecting LED applications. Herein, a ligand‐pinning‐assisted approach is reported to tune the spectroscopies of CsPbI3 PQDs, in which vinyl phosphonic acid (VPA) is applied as function ligands to regulate the nucleation and growth of PQDs during the synthesis. Systematically experimental studies and theoretical calculations are conducted to comprehensively understand the functions of the VPA ligands during the PQD synthesis, which reveals that the VPA ligands with high binding energy with Pb2+ cations could firmly anchor on the surface matrix of PQDs without desorption, regulating the growth of PQDs and thus resulting in tunable spectroscopies being realized. Meanwhile, VPA could also renovate the defective surface matrix of PQDs, substantially diminishing trap‐induced nonradiative recombination. Consequently, red PQD‐LEDs deliver a high external quantum efficiency of 22.83%, which is significantly improved compared with the control devices. This work provides a new avenue to tune the spectroscopies of PQDs toward high‐performing LEDs.

Understanding Spin-Triplet Excited States in Carbene-Metal-Amides.

Carbene-metal-amides (CMAs) are emerging delayed fluorescence materials for organic light-emitting diode (OLED) applications. CMAs possess fast, efficient emission owing to rapid forward and reverse intersystem crossing (ISC) rates. The resulting dynamic equilibrium between singlet and triplet spin manifolds distinguishes CMAs from most purely organic thermally activated delayed fluorescence emitters. However, direct experimental triplet characterization in CMAs is underutilized, limiting our detailed understanding of the ISC mechanism. In this work, we combine time-resolved spectroscopy with tuning of state energies through environmental polarity and metal substitution, focusing on the interplay between charge-transfer (3CT) and local exciton (3LE) triplets. Unlike previous photophysical work, we investigate evaporated host : guest films of CMAs and small-molecule hosts for increased device relevance. Transient absorption reveals an evolution in the triplet excited-state absorption (ESA) consistent with a change in orbital character between hosts with differing dielectric constants. Using quantum chemical calculations, we simulate ESAs of the lowest triplet states, highlighting the contribution of only 3CT and donor-moiety 3LE states to spectral features, with no strong evidence for a low-lying acceptor-centered 3LE. Thus, our work provides a blueprint for understanding the role of triplet excited states in CMAs which will enable further intelligent optimization of this promising class of materials.

The adjunctive use of antimicrobial photodynamic therapy, light-emitting-diode photobiomodulation and ozone therapy in regenerative treatment of stage III/IV grade C periodontitis: a randomized controlled clinical trial

ObjectivesTo assess the short-term efficacy of multiple sessions of antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT), light-emitting-diode (LED) photobiomodulation, and topical ozone therapy applications following surgical regenerative treatments on clinical parameters, patient-centered outcomes, and mRNA expression levels of VEGF, IL-6, RunX2, Nell-1, and osterix in gingival crevicular fluid samples in patients with stage III/IV, grade C periodontitis.Materials and methodsForty-eight systemically healthy patients were assigned into four groups to receive adjunctive modalities with regenerative periodontal surgical treatment. A 970 ± 15 nm diode laser plus indocyanine-green for aPDT group, a 626 nm LED for photobiomodulation group, and topical gaseous ozone were applied at 0, 1, 3, and 7 postoperative days and compared to control group. The clinical periodontal parameters, early wound healing index (EHI), and postoperative patients’ morbidity were evaluated. The mRNA levels of biomarkers were assessed by real-time polymerase chain reaction.ResultsNo significant difference in the clinical parameters except gingival recession (GR) was identified among the groups. For group-by-time interactions, plaque index (PI) and probing pocket depths (PD) showed significant differences (p = 0.034; p = 0.022). In sites with initial PD > 7 mm, significant differences were observed between control and photobiomodulation groups in PD (p = 0.011), between control and aPDT, and control and photobiomodulation groups in CAL at 6-month follow-up (p = 0.007; p = 0.022). The relative osterix mRNA levels showed a statistically significant difference among the treatment groups (p = 0.014).ConclusionsThe additional applications of aPDT and LED after regenerative treatment of stage III/IV grade C periodontitis exhibited a more pronounced beneficial effect on clinical outcomes in deep periodontal pockets.

Accelerated Discovery of Halide Perovskite Materials via Computational Methods: A Review.

Halide perovskites have gained considerable attention in materials science due to their exceptional optoelectronic properties, including high absorption coefficients, excellent charge-carrier mobilities, and tunable band gaps, which make them highly promising for applications in photovoltaics, light-emitting diodes, synapses, and other optoelectronic devices. However, challenges such as long-term stability and lead toxicity hinder large-scale commercialization. Computational methods have become essential in this field, providing insights into material properties, enabling the efficient screening of large chemical spaces, and accelerating discovery processes through high-throughput screening and machine learning techniques. This review further discusses the role of computational tools in the accelerated discovery of high-performance halide perovskite materials, like the double perovskites A2BX6 and A2BB'X6, zero-dimensional perovskite A3B2X9, and novel halide perovskite ABX6. This review provides significant insights into how computational methods have accelerated the discovery of high-performance halide perovskite. Challenges and future perspectives are also presented to stimulate further research progress.

Orange-reddish emitting of trivalent samarium doped double perovskite Sr2LuNbO6 with high thermal stability for white-LED application

A series of trivalent samarium ions (Sm3+) doped double perovskite Sr2LuNbO6 (x at% Sm3+:Sr2LuNbO6, x = 0.5–15) phosphors have been prepared via high-temperature solid-state method. The structural characterization of these phosphors was conducted employing X-ray diffraction (XRD), XRD Rietveld refinement, scanning electron microscope (SEM) and transmission electron microscope (TEM), respectively. Density functional theory calculations utilizing the Vienna ab initio simulation package (VASP) were employed to unveil the electronic structures, encompassing the band structure and density of states (DOS). Photoluminescence (PL) spectroscopy was employed to scrutinize the luminescent properties, while the thermal stability of the PL spectra was also evaluated. The most prominent emission peak, exhibiting an orange-reddish hue, was observed at 601 nm upon excitation at 406 nm. The quenching mechanism of Sm3+ ions within the Sr2LuNbO6 host lattice was identified as a dipole-dipole interaction, with the quenching concentration of 3 at%. Moreover, the phosphors demonstrated excellent thermal stability, with an activation energy (Ea) value of 0.126 eV. These findings collectively underscore the promising potential of Sm3+:Sr2LuNbO6 orange-reddish phosphors for applications in white light-emitting diodes (w-LEDs).

1,2,4-triazine derived binuclear lead(ii) complexes: synthesis, spectroscopic and structural investigations and application in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).

Two novel binuclear complexes of Pb(ii) were synthesized by reacting a 3-(2-pyridyl)-5-(4-methoxyphenyl)-1,2,4-triazine (PMPT) ligand with different anionic co-ligands (1: bromide, 2: acetate and isothiocyanate) in a 1 : 1 molar ratio of PMPT ligands to lead(ii) salts. The complexes, [Pb2(μ-PMPT)2Br4] (1) and [Pb2(μ-PMPT)2((μ-CH3COO)2(NCS)2] (2), were characterized using various physicochemical techniques such as CHN analysis, FT-IR spectroscopy, and 1H NMR spectroscopy. Additionally, their structures were determined using single-crystal X-ray diffraction. Based on the obtained structural parameters, complex 1 exhibited a PbN3Br2 environment, while complex 2 displayed a PbN4O3 environment, with holodirected and hemidirected coordination spheres, respectively. Within the crystal network of the complexes, there were interactions involving C-H⋯X (X: O, S, N) as well as π-π stacking. The Pb(ii) complexes were further investigated for their potential use as the emitting layer in organic light-emitting devices (OLEDs). The current-voltage and luminescence-voltage characteristics, as well as the electroluminescence (EL) properties of the complexes, were studied.

Practical Access to Fused Carbazoles via Oxidative Benzannulation and their Photophysical Properties.

An aryne annulation strategy for the synthesis of fused carbazoles is developed using indolyl β-ketonitrile in a cascade manner. The reaction sequence involves aryne-mediated [2 + 2] cycloaddition cleavage and intramolecular Michael addition, followed by oxidation under transition-metal-free reaction conditions. Subsequently, conversion of benzo[b]carbazole-6-carbonitrile to carbazole quinone is observed upon prolongation of the reaction time. Furthermore, these materials exhibit high quantum efficiency, which promotes the light-emitting diode applications.

Highly effective red phosphor for warm white LEDs without rare earth elements

The use of red fluorescent powder derived from nitrides and oxides in warm white LEDs is a pressing concern due to its lower quantum efficiency. Fluoride red phosphors activated by Mn4+ ions show promising potential for application in white light-emitting diodes (LEDs) due to their distinctive narrowband red emission and broad blue excitation, along with the relatively mild synthesis conditions required. However, the quantum efficiency of early Mn4+-doped fluoride phosphors was not optimal, highlighting the importance of identifying a suitable preparation method and matrix. Here, we introduce an efficient and thermally stable red fluoride phosphor, Cs2SiF6:Mn4+, which demonstrates a remarkable quantum efficiency of 98.32 % achieved through ion exchange techniques. However, even at a temperature of 423 K, the luminous intensity still maintained at 95 % of that under room temperature conditions. By incorporating Cs2SiF6:Mn4+ as a red emitter, a stable 10 W high-power warm white LEDs with a luminous efficiency of approximately 126.1 lm/W can be realized. These findings underscore the significant potential of the red phosphor Cs2SiF6:Mn4+ in advancing high-performance, high-power warm white LEDs.

Highly efficient In(I) doped Cs3Cu2I5 single crystals for light-emitting diodes and gamma spectroscopy applications

High-quality Cs3Cu2I5:In single crystals with a 7 mm diameter were grown by using the vertical Bridgman method. These crystals have a high optical transmittance (>75 %) and emit a bright red-orange light under both UV and X-ray irradiation. The Cs3Cu2I5:In crystals can exhibit a high photoluminescence quantum efficiency (PLQY) of 79.5 %, thus we explored the potential applications for light-emitting diodes (LED). The fabricated LED demonstrated CIE color coordinates of (0.553, 0.431) with a color rendering index (Ra) of 77, making it suitable for supplementary light in plant growth. Moreover, we evaluated their gamma-ray spectroscopy capability by using an avalanche photodiode (APD) detector. Under 137Cs gamma-ray irradiation, the gamma scintillation yield and energy resolution gradually degraded as the In concentration increased, which can be attributed to an enhanced afterglow after In doping.

Rational design of red iridophosphors based on 1-(6-methoxynaphthalene-2-yl)isoquinoline ligand for solution‐processed OLEDs

Phosphorescent metal complexes find widespread application in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), with iridium(III) complexes being particularly favored for their superior performance. Owing to the flexible modifications of both main and auxiliary ligands, the photophysical properties of iridium(III) complexes can be finely tuned. In this study, two red neutral iridium(III) complexes, designated as Ir1 and Ir2, are successfully synthesized and characterized. Various auxiliary ligands including acetylacetone and 2-picolinic acid are employed in combination with 1-(6-methoxynaphthalene-2-yl)isoquinoline as the cyclometalating ligand. Both complexes exhibit red emission, with Ir1 emitting at 631 nm and Ir2 at 615 nm. Furthermore, they demonstrated good solubility in common organic solvents, facilitating device fabrication via solution methods. Electroluminescent (EL) devices based on complexes Ir1 and Ir2 are further prepared using spin-coating method, achieving maximum external quantum efficiencies (EQEs) of 3.30 % and 4.52 %, respectively, and both devices exhibited bright red EL with CIE coordinates of (0.68, 0.32) and (0.66, 0.34), which were very close to the standard red coordinates of (0.67, 0.33).

Broadband near-infrared luminescence in spinel Zn4InSbO8:Cr3+ phosphor for light-emitting diodes application

Near-infrared (NIR) phosphor-converted light-emitting diode (pc-LED) has been considered as a smart light source for NIR spectroscopy applications, leading to a growing need of developing broadband NIR phosphors. Herein, a new composition Zn4InSbO8:Cr3+ phosphor with classical spinel-type structure was synthesized, which emits a broadband NIR light covering a region of 700–1200 nm with a peak centered at 860 nm under 460 nm excitation. The sample with an optimized Cr3+ concentration possesses a full width at half maximum (FWHM) as broad as 180 nm mainly ascribing to multi crystallographic sites occupation. Moreover, the absorption efficiency (AE), internal quantum efficiency (IQE) and thermal stability were investigated to estimate the practicality. The relatively long-wavelength NIR emission produced by Cr3+ in this spinel make it suitable for multi-functional applications. Finally, the asprepared phosphor combining with blue LED chip is used to fabricate a prototype NIR pc-LED, giving a NIR output power of 4.8 mW under 100 mA forward bias current with a photoelectric efficiency of 1.63%, showcasing the potential use of this material as a luminescent converter in the application of NIR pc-LEDs.

Supramolecular Sequential Light-Harvesting Systems for Constructing White LED Device and Latent Fingerprint Imaging.

The fabrication of supramolecular light-harvesting systems (LHS) with sequential energy transfer is of significance in utilizing light energy. In this study, we report the non-covalent self-assembly of a sequential LHS by pillar[5]arene-based host-guest interaction in water and its applications in white light-emitting diode (LED) device and latent fingerprint imaging. The host-guest complex WP5 G self-assembles into nanoparticles in water and shows enhanced aggregation-induced emission (AIE) effect. The nanoparticles can be further used to construct sequential LHS with fluorescent dyes 4,7-di(2-thienyl)-benzo[2,1,3]thiadiazole (DBT) and sulforhodamine 101 (SR101). Impressively, the system shows white-light emission when the molar ratio of WP5 G/DBT/SR101 is 1100/2/16. The material can be coated on a LED bulb to achieve white-light emission. In addition, the sequential LHS exhibit multicolor fluorescence including red emission, which have been successfully applied to high-resolution imaging of latent fingerprints. Therefore, we demonstrated a general strategy for the construction of sequential LHS in water based on macrocyclic host-guest interaction and explored its multi-functional applications in white-light LED device and imaging of latent fingerprints, which will promote future development and application of supramolecular LHSs.

Highly Emissive Lanthanide-Based 0D Metal Halide Nanocrystals for Efficient Ultraviolet Photodetector.

Recently, lanthanide-based 0D metal halides have attracted considerable attention for their applications in X-ray imaging, light-emitting diodes (LEDs), sensors, and photodetectors. Herein, lead-free 0D gadolinium-alloyed cesium cerium chloride (Gd3+-alloyed Cs3CeCl6) nanocrystals (NCs) are introduced as promising materials for optoelectronic application owing to their unique optical properties. The incorporation of Gd3+ in Cs3CeCl6 (CCC) NCs is proposed to increase the photoluminescence quantum yield (PLQY) from 57% to 96%, along with significantly enhanced phase and chemical stability. The structural analysis is performed by density functional theory (DFT) to confirm the effect of Gd3+ in Cs3Ce1- xGdxCl6 (CCGC) alloy system. Moreover, the CCGC NCs are applied as the active layer in UVPDs with different Gd3+ concentration. The excellent device performance is shown at 20% of Gd3+ in CCGC NCs with high detectivity (7.938 × 1011 Jones) and responsivity (0.195 A W-1) at -0.1V at 310nm. This study paves the way for the development of lanthanide-based metal halide NCs for next-generation UVPDs and other optoelectronic applications.