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Researchers explored how structural variations in polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane (POSS) molecules, specifically closed-cage (CC-POSS) and open-cage (CO-POSS) types, impact material properties. Substituent modifications significantly altered thermal and optical characteristics, with carbazole-substituted isomers showing a notable difference in quantum yield.

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  • Decoration of POSS cages and open sites with isobutyl or phenyl substituents.
  • Characterization of thermal and optical properties, including quantum yield measurements.

    • Main Results:

    • The choice and placement of substituents significantly influenced the thermal and optical characteristics of the synthesized POSS materials.
    • Isomeric modifications between CO-POSS and CC-POSS derivatives led to substantial changes in material properties.
    • Carbazole-substituted POSS isomers demonstrated a marked difference in quantum yield, with one isomer achieving 0.32 compared to 0.13 for its counterpart.

    Conclusions:

    • Structural nuances, particularly isomeric configurations and substituent effects, are critical determinants of POSS material performance.
    • The findings provide valuable insights for the rational design of next-generation silsesquioxane-based functional materials.
    • This study highlights the potential of tailored POSS structures for applications requiring specific optical and thermal properties.