Subphthalocyanines: synthesis, self-organization, properties and applications

Subphthalocyanines, lower homologs of phthalocyanines, show great promise for applications in many fields of contemporary research such as non-linear optics, donor-acceptor systems for photovoltaics, photodynamic therapy and anion sensing. This short review gives a brief overview of the latest developments in the chemistry, characterization, self-organization, properties and applications of this fascinating molecule.