Hybrid organic/quantum dot thin film structures and devices

Organic light emitting diodes have undergone rapid advancement over the course of the past decade. Similarly, quantum dot synthesis has progressed to the point that room temperature highly efficient photoluminescence can be realized. It is the purpose of this work to utilize the beneficial properties of these two material sets in a robust light emitting device. New deposition techniques are necessary to the realization of this goal, enabling QD organic hybrids to be created in a quick and reliable manner compatible with known device fabrication methods. With these techniques, quantum dot light emitting devices are fabricated, measured, and analyzed. The devices are of high efficiency and color saturation, and provide us with a test bed for understanding the interactions between inorganic QDs and organic thin films. Thesis Supervisor: Vladimir Bulovi6 Title: Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Thesis Supervisor: Terry Orlando Title: Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science