Ozdemir, T.Sozmen, F.2018-04-122018-04-1220162046-2069http://hdl.handle.net/11693/36687Polymeric BODIPY derivatives with reactive functional groups undergo reversible formation of covalent bonds leading to self-healing properties. Cross-reactivity of acyl-hydrazine and aldehyde moieties forms the basis of dynamic covalent chemistry leading to sol-gel transition in this series of compounds. In addition, thin layers of absorbers show efficient energy transfer indicating a potential in solar concentration. © 2016 The Royal Society of Chemistry.EnglishEnergy transferSol-gelsCross reactivityDynamic covalent chemistryEfficient energy transferReactive functional groupsReversible formationSelf-healing propertiesSol-gel transitionsSolar concentrationSolar absorbersArticle10.1039/c5ra22993f