PROBLEM
Transparent conductors are used in touch screen, solar cell and LED technology. They are made with indium tin oxide (ITO) films that are costly to produce because of the scarcity of mineral reserves. They also are mechanically fragile.
SOLUTION
Purdue researchers have created a patent-pending carbon-based polymer that is made from ample reserves and is easier to manufacture into thin films than indium tin oxide. Transparent conductors made with the polymer rival the performance of those made with traditional materials.
PRIMARY INVESTIGATOR
Jianguo Mei, the Richard and Judith Wien Associate Professor of Chemistry in the Department of Chemistry
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INNOVATION DISCLOSURE
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LICENSING CONTACTS
Email: otcip@prf.org
MEDIA CONTACT
Email: Steve Martin // sgmartin@prf.org
