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<p>Understanding the ultrafast dynamics of photoexcited molecules in complex environments is essential for advancing photochemistry, photocatalysis, and material design. These processes modulate excited-state pathways and ultimately determine product formation on longer timescales. This review presents how femtosecond broadband absorption spectroscopy, complemented by stationary spectroscopic techniques, reveals elementary processes such as internal conversion, intersystem crossing, and charge transfer—often mediated by conical intersections and influenced by solvent dynamics. Case studies span vision-related isomerization to several structurally and mechanistically distinct photocatalytic systems. They highlight the decisive role of intra- and intermolecular interactions, e.g., those mediated by non-innocent ligands and surrounding media. Special attention is given to the Red-Edge effect, where excitation wavelength-dependent reactivity challenges conventional photophysical and -chemical assumptions. By correlating ultrafast spectroscopy with quantum chemical calculations and complementary long-timescale methods, we obtain mechanistic insight into excited-state behavior. This knowledge shows how molecular structure and environment govern photoreactivity and enables rational design of photoactive and functional materials.</p>

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Femtosecond Absorption Spectroscopy to Elucidate Elementary Mechanisms of Molecules in Complex Environments

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    2026年4月29日

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  • Maria Theresia Lahm,
  • Andreas-Neil Unterreiner

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Understanding the ultrafast dynamics of photoexcited molecules in complex environments is essential for advancing photochemistry, photocatalysis, and material design. These processes modulate excited-state pathways and ultimately determine product formation on longer timescales. This review presents how femtosecond broadband absorption spectroscopy, complemented by stationary spectroscopic techniques, reveals elementary processes such as internal conversion, intersystem crossing, and charge transfer—often mediated by conical intersections and influenced by solvent dynamics. Case studies span vision-related isomerization to several structurally and mechanistically distinct photocatalytic systems. They highlight the decisive role of intra- and intermolecular interactions, e.g., those mediated by non-innocent ligands and surrounding media. Special attention is given to the Red-Edge effect, where excitation wavelength-dependent reactivity challenges conventional photophysical and -chemical assumptions. By correlating ultrafast spectroscopy with quantum chemical calculations and complementary long-timescale methods, we obtain mechanistic insight into excited-state behavior. This knowledge shows how molecular structure and environment govern photoreactivity and enables rational design of photoactive and functional materials.