Research | Dr. Ulrike Kraft

At the interface between chemistry, physics and material science, we are interested in organic electronic and hybrid materials such as semiconducting and conducting polymers and organic small molecules and their application in electronic devices such as field-effect transistors and electrochemical transistors. Furthermore, we are investigating structure-property relationships and charge transport in these materials in conjunction with a variety of organic electronic and ionic applications such as flexible and stretchable (bio) sensors. Due to their printability, mechanical flexibility and low Young's modulus that is in compliance with biological tissues these devices offer the potential of revolutionizing personalized medicine and health monitoring.

Functional additives (e.g. plasticizers, stabilizers, dopants, molecular switches) can enhance the performance and stability of polymer devices or induce additional functionality. We are studying the underlying mechanisms by combining device characterization with chemical analysis.

Furthermore, it is our aim to characterize and improve environmentally friendly and biodegradable electronics for sustainable applications.

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