Hybrid materials of 1D and 2D carbon allotropes and synthetic π-systems

Abstract

Self-assembled synthetic hybrid materials are an important class of artificial materials with potential applications in various fields ranging from optoelectronics to medicine. The noncovalent interactions involved in the self-assembly process offer a facile way to create hybrid materials with unique and interesting properties. In this context, self-assembled hybrid materials based on carbon nanotubes (CNTs), graphene, and graphene derivatives such as graphene oxide (GO) and reduced graphene oxide (RGO) are of particular significance. These composites are solution processable, generally exhibit enhanced electrical, mechanical, and chemical properties, and find applications in the fields of light harvesting, energy storage, optoelectronics, sensors, etc. Herein, we present a brief summary of recent developments in the area of self-assembled functional hybrid materials comprising one-dimensional (1D) or two-dimensional (2D) carbon allotropes and synthetic π-systems such as aromatic molecules, gelators, and polymers.