Carbazole electrochemistry: a short review

Carbazole and its derivatives have become important materials for optoelectronic applications in recent years. In this work, we have collated information on the oxidation of carbazole and its derivatives. Knowledge of their electrochemical properties affords insight into the mechanisms for their oxidation and reduction as well as possible subsequent reactions. This knowledge therefore provides the basis for evaluating the stabilities of these materials and for designing novel carbazole-derived materials with desired properties as well as new devices.