Synthesis and Characterization of Trivalent Complexes of Cr, Fe, and Co Bearing Avobenzone and Oxybenzone Ligands
Presenter(s)
Paige Blavat, Ariana Madera, Sam Whempner, and Paige Pearson
Abstract
In this study, homoleptic complexes of trivalent chromium, iron, and cobalt were prepared with two different β-diketonate ligands, avobenzone and oxybenzone. These systems are being studied for the potential to absorb light in a useful wavelength range to enhance solar cell efficiency and for their geometric isomer preference. Methods unique to each metal were necessary to obtain these targeted complexes. A variety of techniques have been employed to verify their successful isolation including IR spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, magnetic susceptibility and melting point determination.
College
College of Science & Engineering
Department
Chemistry
Campus
Winona
First Advisor/Mentor
Joseph West
Location
Kryzsko Great River Ballroom, Winona, Minnesota; United States
Start Date
4-23-2026 2:00 PM
End Date
4-23-2026 3:00 PM
Presentation Type
Poster Session
Format of Presentation or Performance
In-Person
Session
2b=2pm-3pm
Poster Number
74
Synthesis and Characterization of Trivalent Complexes of Cr, Fe, and Co Bearing Avobenzone and Oxybenzone Ligands
Kryzsko Great River Ballroom, Winona, Minnesota; United States
In this study, homoleptic complexes of trivalent chromium, iron, and cobalt were prepared with two different β-diketonate ligands, avobenzone and oxybenzone. These systems are being studied for the potential to absorb light in a useful wavelength range to enhance solar cell efficiency and for their geometric isomer preference. Methods unique to each metal were necessary to obtain these targeted complexes. A variety of techniques have been employed to verify their successful isolation including IR spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, magnetic susceptibility and melting point determination.
Comments
Blavat, Paige E; Madera, Ariana; Whempner, Samuel J; Pearson, Paige E