Center for Organic Photonics and Electronics

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Center for Organic Photonics and Electronics Type: Research and Development Agencies Parent organization: Georgia Institute of Technology Top organization: Georgia Institute of Technology Employees: Executive: Director Budget: Address: 901 Atlantic Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 Website: https://cope.gatech.edu Creation Legislation: Wikipedia: Center for Organic Photonics and Electronics

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Mission COPE advances organic photonics and electronics via research and education, creating sustainable materials for IT, energy, and defense.

Services Research in organic photonics and electronics; interdisciplinary training; technology development

Regulations

Center for Organic Photonics and Electronics (COPE)is a leading research and educational resource center at the Georgia Institute of Technology focused on creating flexible organic photonic and electronic materials and devices. Established in 2003, COPE serves sectors such as information technology, telecommunications, energy, and defense by developing new materials with emergent properties and innovative device design paradigms. Its work includes advancements in organic solar cells, lighting, and wearable thermoelectric materials, often in collaboration with industry and government partners.

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Mission

The mission of the Center for Organic Photonics and Electronics is to foster innovation in organic photonics and electronics by conducting cutting-edge research and providing interdisciplinary training. It aims to develop sustainable, flexible materials and devices that address needs in information technology, energy, telecommunications, and defense, positioning itself as a globally recognized center of excellence.

Parent organization

The Center for Organic Photonics and Electronics operates under the Georgia Institute of Technology, a public research university in Atlanta, Georgia. As its parent organization, Georgia Tech provides the infrastructure and academic environment for COPE’s research and educational activities. The top organization is also the Georgia Institute of Technology, as COPE functions as a specialized center within the university’s broader research ecosystem.

Legislation

There is no specific legislation directly authorizing the creation of the Center for Organic Photonics and Electronics, as it was established in 2003 as a research initiative within Georgia Tech rather than through a formal legislative act. Its founding aligns with the university’s mission to advance technology and research, supported by funding from various federal agencies and industry partners.

Partners

COPE collaborates with a range of partners, including:

• United States Army Research Office for funding and defense-related research
• National Science Foundation for research grants and nanotechnology initiatives
• Industry partners such as those involved in the MISSE-12 mission to the International Space Station

Number of employees

The exact number of employees at COPE is not publicly specified, but it includes faculty, staff, and students engaged in research and educational activities. As a research center within Georgia Tech, its workforce likely fluctuates based on project funding and student involvement.

Organization structure

The Center for Organic Photonics and Electronics is structured to support interdisciplinary research and education within Georgia Tech. It is led by a Director and includes faculty from multiple schools, such as Electrical and Computer Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Physics, and Chemistry and Biochemistry. Sub-organizations or divisions are not explicitly named but align with research focus areas:

• Materials Development Group is responsible for creating new organic photonic and electronic materials.
• Device Fabrication Team focuses on designing and testing innovative device architectures.

Leader

The Center for Organic Photonics and Electronics is headed by a Director, though the specific individual’s name may vary over time based on appointments.

Divisions

The divisions include:

• Materials Research for developing organic semiconductors and hybrid materials.
• Device Innovation to fabricate and test devices like solar cells and LEDs.
• Educational Outreach to train students and collaborate with industry.

List of programs

COPE’s programs include:

• Polymer and Perovskite Solar Cell Research - Testing materials in space via the MISSE-12 mission
• Thermoelectric Materials Development for wearable devices
• Organic Photovoltaics Research for energy-efficient technologies

Last total enacted budget

Specific budget figures for COPE are not publicly detailed, as its funding is derived from multiple sources, including federal grants (e.g., NSF, Army Research Office) and industry collaborations. Detailed budget information would require internal Georgia Tech financial reports.

Staff

COPE employs a mix of faculty, research staff, and graduate students, though exact numbers are not specified. Faculty like Bernard Kippelen (Electrical and Computer Engineering) and Zhiqun Lin (Materials Science and Engineering) are key contributors, alongside students supported as Graduate Research Assistants.

Funding

Funding for COPE has historically come from federal agencies like the National Science Foundation, U.S. Army Research Office, and industry partners. It also benefits from Georgia Tech’s participation in the NSF-funded National Nanotechnology Coordinated Infrastructure (NNCI). Specific funding amounts vary annually based on grants and projects.

Services provided

The Center for Organic Photonics and Electronics provides research and development services focused on organic photonic and electronic materials, including solar cells, lighting, and wearable electronics. It offers interdisciplinary training for students and collaborates with industry to translate technologies into practical applications.

Headquarters address

The headquarters address, as listed on Google Maps, is 901 Atlantic Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30318.

History

The Center for Organic Photonics and Electronics was established in 2003 at Georgia Tech to advance research and education in organic photonics and electronics. While no specific legislation authorized its creation, it emerged from the university’s commitment to technological innovation, supported by federal and industry funding. Notable milestones include sending solar cells to the International Space Station for testing in 2019 as part of the MISSE-12 mission.

Related

• Georgia Institute of Technology
• National Science Foundation

External links

• Official Website
• wikipedia:Georgia Institute of Technology
• Research Profile
• Optics and Photonics at Georgia Tech