Phosphorescent Inks for Energy Efficient Solution Processed OLEDs (Printed Electronics Asia 2012)

Dr Harada received his PhD in physics at Technische Universitaet Dresden (TUD) in 2008 under supervision of Prof. Karl Leo. PostDoc research on organic semiconductors and organic electronics at Institut fuer Angewandte Photophysik, TUD, (2008-2009) and at Center for Future Chemistry, Kyushu University, in Prof. Chihaya Adachi's laboratory (2009-2011). Joined Universal Display Corporation in 2011 and working up to the present as Key Technical Account Manager.

Universal Display Corporation is a leader in developing and delivering state-of-the-art, organic light emitting device (OLED) technologies, materials and services to the display and lighting industries. Founded in 1994, the company currently owns or has exclusive, co-exclusive or sole license rights with respect to more than 1,400 issued and pending patents worldwide. Universal Display licenses its proprietary technologies, including its breakthrough high-efficiency UniversalPHOLED phosphorescent OLED technology enabling low power and eco-friendly displays and white lighting. The company also develops and offers state-of-the-art UniversalPHOLED materials (including soluble inks) that are key ingredients for OLEDs with peak performance. In addition, Universal Display delivers innovative and customized solutions through technology transfer, collaborative technology development and on-site training programs. UDC also recently announced UDC Ventures, headquartered in New York City, whose mission is to invest in and partner with entrepreneurs, disruptive start-ups and innovative, emerging companies with an emphasis on technology platforms that have a strong proprietary position and significant growth potential.