Solution processed ZnO nanowires/polyfluorene heterojunctions for large area lightening

Hybrid inorganic–organic semiconductor heterojunctions are nowadays scrutinized for optoelectronic devices, such as solar cells and light emitting diodes. Here, ZnO nanowires/polyfluorene heterojunctions have been entirely fabricated from solution by wet chemistry and low temperature processes. The transparent plastic electrode PEDOT injects holes in the polyfluorene, while the electrons are injected via the ZnO–Au contact, thus avoiding the use of air sensitive low work function metals. The hybrid inorganic-organic light emitting diode emits almost white light. Because of its solution processability, stable cathode, low cost and low temperature process, the ZnO/polymer heterojunction devices are promising for large area lightening applications.