Organo-lanthanide luminophores bridged by phosphine oxide ligands

Organo-lanthanide luminophores composed of lanthanide ions and specific phosphine oxide ligands exhibit characteristic photo- and thermo-properties for future photonic applications. In this review, lanthanide coordination polymers with strong luminescence, thermostability, and thermo-responsive emission properties are introduced. We also present a strategy for luminescent lanthanide compounds with amorphous formability. Photofunctional organo-lanthanide luminophores are expected to contribute to the development of new and better performing materials and devices.