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We developed highly efficient green quantum dot-light-emitting diodes (QLEDs) using a simple solution-processing method. Our inverted QLEDs achieve record efficiencies, even on flexible platforms, paving the way for advanced display technologies.

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  • Materials Science
  • Optoelectronics
  • Nanotechnology

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  • Quantum dot-light-emitting diodes (QLEDs) offer promising alternatives to traditional displays.
  • Achieving high efficiency and stability in solution-processed QLEDs remains a challenge.
  • Inverted QLED architectures can enhance device performance but require careful interface engineering.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop an all-solution-processed fabrication method for highly efficient inverted green QLEDs.
  • To investigate the effect of a polyethylenimine ethoxylated (PEIE) interfacial layer on device performance.
  • To demonstrate the feasibility of flexible inverted QLEDs using novel transparent conductive films.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of inverted QLEDs with a quantum dot (QD) emitting layer (EML) and hole transport layer (HTL).
  • Insertion of a polyethylenimine ethoxylated (PEIE) interfacial layer between the EML and HTL.
  • Solution deposition of a MoOx hole injection layer and development of a ZnO nanoparticle-overcoated Ag nanowire composite film for flexible devices.

Main Results:

  • An optimal PEIE thickness of 15.5 nm yielded record efficiencies of 65.3 cd/A (current efficiency) and 15.6% (external quantum efficiency, EQE).
  • All-solution-processed flexible inverted QLEDs achieved 35.1 cd/A and 8.4% EQE.
  • These represent the highest reported efficiencies for flexible QLEDs.

Conclusions:

  • The integration of PEIE as an interfacial modifier significantly enhances the performance of inverted QLEDs.
  • All-solution-processed fabrication is a viable route for producing high-efficiency green QLEDs, including on flexible substrates.
  • This work advances the development of next-generation display and lighting technologies.