Ultrafast photochemical reactions in liquids occur on similar or shorter time scales compared
to the equilibration of the optically populated excited state. This equilibration involves the …

Azobenzene undergoes trans→ cisisomerization when irradiated with light tuned to an
appropriate wavelength. The reverse cis→ transisomerization can be driven by light or …

Lightweight artificial muscle fibers that can match the large tensile stroke of natural muscles
have been elusive. In particular, low stroke, limited cycle life, and inefficient energy …

Green fluorescent protein (GFP) and its derivatives have transformed the use and analysis of
proteins for diverse applications. Like proteins, RNA has complex roles in cellular function …

Graphene is one of the most promising materials for post-silicon electronics and has
outstanding physical and electronic properties. In particular, its unique 2D sp 2-hybridized …

Control over molecular motion represents an important objective in modern chemistry.
Aromatic azobenzenes are excellent candidates as molecular switches since they can exist …

Genetically encoded sensors are powerful tools for imaging intracellular metabolites and
signaling molecules. However, developing sensors is challenging because they require …

Self-oscillations have the advantages of direct energy harvest from the constant
environment, autonomy, and portability of the equipment, and it is desired to develop a …

Photochemistry of Organic Compounds: From Concepts to Practice provides a hands-on
guide demonstrating the underlying principles of photochemistry and, by reference to a …

Organic semiconductors have garnered significant interest as key components for flexible,
low‐cost, and large‐area electronics. Hitherto, both materials and processing thereof seems …