1. Preliminaries
Geometric Function Theory (GFT) is a dynamic and influential branch of complex analysis, centered on the symmetry and geometric behavior of analytic functions. It explores how holomorphic functions map domains within the complex plane, focusing on fundamental concepts such as univalent (injective) functions, conformal mappings, and distortion theorems. Rooted in the pioneering work of Riemann, Schwarz, and Koebe, GFT has evolved into a rich field marked by continuous growth. Modern developments in quasiconformal mappings, Teichmüller theory, and connections to mathematical physics further extend its reach. This field’s distinctive blend of geometric intuition and analytical precision imparts it with broad appeal and deep mathematical significance across numerous mathematical disciplines. Within GFT, the study of bi-univalent functions exemplifies this symmetry, enriching the theoretical foundation while opening new directions for practical applications in fluid dynamics, engineering, and conformal mapping theory.
Define the open unit disk by
. The family of holomorphic functions
in
of the form
is identified by
. Let
=
, is univalent in
. Bieberbach conjectured that for every
,
, for
[
1]. Numerous subclasses of
were developed to investigate this hypothesis, which was ultimately resolved by Branges for all
[
2]. For functions in
[
3], the Fekete–Szegö functional (FSF)
,
, presents another notable problem that has been widely studied in various subclasses. Among these, the class
of bi-univalent functions, introduced by Lewin [
4] and defined by
=
and
are both univalent in
is especially prominent. The Koebe theorem (see [
5]) asserts that every
of the form (
1) admits an inverse with an expansion of the form
such that
, and
. Since the functions
and
are members of the
family, this class is non-empty.
and the Koebe function
, despite being in
, are not elements of
. For a concise study and insights into several characteristics of the family
, refer to [
6,
7,
8,
9]. Research on the family of bi-univalent functions have recently gained momentum thanks to Srivastava and his co-authorss for an article [
10]. Since this article revived the topic, numerous researchers have looked into a number of fascinating special
families; see [
11,
12] as well as the references cited therein.
Special polynomials exhibit remarkable symmetrical properties that underscore their crucial role across diverse areas of mathematics and applied sciences. These symmetrical structures contribute to their rich algebraic and analytic behavior, making them indispensable in areas such as combinatorics, computer science, engineering, number theory, numerical analysis, and physics. Their symmetry-driven properties have fueled extensive research in GFT, where such polynomials serve as foundational tools for constructing and analyzing subclasses of analytic functions. In recent developments, particular emphasis has been placed on subclasses of
, especially certain
-subfamilies subordinated to classical number sequences or special polynomials. Over the past two decades, substantial attention has been devoted to coefficient problems and functionals such as the FSF
,
, for functions within these families (see [
13,
14,
15,
16,
17,
18,
19]). These investigations not only enrich the theoretical landscape of GFT but also stimulate applications in mathematical modeling and signal processing.
Bernoulli polynomials possess fundamental significance due to their central role in the Euler–Maclaurin summation formula, which links discrete summation with integral calculus. This classical formula uses Bernoulli numbers and polynomials as key coefficients to approximate sums by integrals, with correction terms expressed via derivatives at boundary points. The detailed analysis by Leinartas and Shishkina [
20] elucidates this connection by studying the Euler–Maclaurin formula in the context of summation over lattice points in simplexes, thereby illustrating the natural and essential emergence of Bernoulli polynomials in analytic and combinatorial settings. This foundational importance extends naturally to their
q-analogues and provides strong motivation for incorporating
q-Bernoulli polynomials into geometric function theory and into the study of subclasses of bi-univalent functions, given their analogous structural and functional roles in these advanced frameworks.
The broad applicability of classical polynomial families has led to numerous extensions and generalizations, among which the q-Bernoulli polynomials stand out for their symmetric structure within the framework of q-calculus. Defined through an appropriate q-generating function, these polynomials form a flexible and robust class that supports the construction of new subclasses of analytic functions. Their symmetry-related features, including a q-Appell-type property, play a crucial role in deriving coefficient bounds and functional inequalities, thereby yielding deeper analytical insight into bi-univalent and related function classes in .
We provide an overview of the -derivative operator, a fundamental tool in -calculus with broad applications spanning operator theory, computer science, quantum physics, hypergeometric series, and related fields. We list important definitions and ideas below, presuming that .
Definition 1.
Let Φ
be a function from the complex plane to itself, i.e., Φ
:. Then the q-derivative of Φ,
denoted by , is defined byand , provided exists. This operator generalizes the classical derivative, reducing to it as . The -derivative possesses linearity, a product rule adapted to -calculus, and a corresponding quotient and chain rule, making it an analytically versatile operator. Its rich structural properties form the basis for numerous advances across mathematical and physical sciences.
We recall that the q-bracket number, represented by , is given by . One can easily verify that and . Also, we note that , and .
For a function
given by (
1), we obtain that
. The
q-exponential function
is defined as
,
. We note that
=
=
. The
q-exponential function
is a unique function that satisfies the condition
The
q-derivative operator
plays a pivotal role in the analytic investigation of various subclasses of regular functions, underscoring its central importance in modern function theory. The foundational definitions of the
q-analogues of the integral and derivative operators, together with some of their applications, were first introduced by Jackson in [
21]. Later, Ismail et al. extended this framework by proposing the concept of
q-starlike functions in [
22]. Following their work, numerous researchers examined
q-calculus within the context of geometric function theory. For instance, applications to multivalent functions were discussed in [
23]. Using the convolution approach, Zhang et al. [
24] studied
q-starlike functions associated with generalized conic domains, while Mohammed [
25] investigated an operator connected to the
q-hypergeometric function, among other related developments.
The
q-Bernoulii polynomials [
26]
, with
,
, and
j a non-negative integer, satisfy the following linear homogeneous recurrence relation for
:
with initial polynomials
and clearly
The generating function of the
q-Bernoulii polynomials
,
, is given as follows (see [
27,
28]):
The choice of q-Bernoulli polynomials in the setting of bi-univalent function theory is driven by their rich symmetric structure and their wide scope for generalization. These polynomials arise from introducing the deformation parameter q, thereby extending the classical Bernoulli polynomials and yielding a flexible analytical framework that aligns naturally with generating function techniques used in coefficient estimation. The associated generating functions fit harmoniously with power series methods that are central to obtaining sharp bounds on initial coefficients, which in turn facilitates the treatment of problems such as the FSF.
The underlying q-calculus structure of these polynomials also forges links between bi-univalent function theory and several other areas, including quantum theory and special functions, thus deepening the theoretical underpinnings and opening avenues for interdisciplinary work. In addition, q-Bernoulli polynomials enable the definition of new q-subclasses with prescribed geometric properties, thereby substantially extending both the range and the depth of current research in GFT.
For
,
holomorphic in
,
is subordinate to
, if there is a Schwarz function
that is holomorphic in
with
and
, such that
. This is represented by
or
. In case, if
, then
Building on prior studies of coefficient structures and the FSF in specific subfamilies of
[
3], we introduce a comprehensive subclass
of
, intrinsically linked to the
-Bernoulli polynomials
as defined in (
3).
Throughout this paper, we utilize the generating function
, where
,
,
j a non-negative integer and
, as given explicitly in (
6). The inverse function
for
, is given by Equation (
2) and the complex parameter
is taken to be nonzero unless stated otherwise.
Definition 2.
Let , , and . A function is said to belong to the subclass if the following subordination conditions hold:and Remark 1.
This formulation, introduced for the first time by Swamy and Kala [19], employs a novel linear combination of two expressions whose denominators themselves are linear combinations of analytic components. This innovative structure facilitates the unification of multiple function classes that were previously analyzed in isolation, as demonstrated through Case 1.4 and Case 1.5. By providing a generalized and flexible framework, this approach holds significant promise for advancing the theory of function subclasses within geometric function theory, thereby encouraging further analytical investigations and extensions. For particular choices of , , and , the class produces the following subfamilies of :
. If
in the family
, then we get a subfamily
of elements
satisfying
and
where
, and
.
. Allowing
in the family
, we get a subfamily
of elements
fulfilling
and
where
, and
.
. Allowing
in the family
, we get a subfamily
of elements
satisfying
and
where
, and
.
With set in the family , we obtain the subfamily , which is defined as follows:
. If a function
satisfies
and
then
, where
, and
.
Similarly, by setting in the family , we obtain the subfamily , which is defined as follows:
. If a function
satisfies
and
then we say that
, where
, and
.
The following is the structure of the paper’s content. For members in the class
, the estimates for
,
, and
, are found in
Section 2. In
Section 3, we highlight pertinent associations between some of the particular cases and the key observations. We wrap up the study with a few insights in
Section 4.
3. Special Cases
By specializing Theorem 1 to the case , we derive the following outcome:
Corollary 2.
Let , and . If a function , thenand for where Remark 3.
If , then under the condition , the inequalityholds, where is as defined in (32). Corollary 3.
Let , and . If , thenand for where Remark 4.
If , then under the condition , the inequalityholds. By specializing Theorem 1 to the case , we deduce the following outcome:
Corollary 4.
Let , and . If a function , thenand for where = Remark 5.
If , then under the condition , the inequalityholds. Applying would result in the following outcome according to Theorem 1:
Corollary 5.
Let , and . If a function , thenand for where Remark 6.
If , then under the condition , the inequalityholds. The important special instances from the family corresponding to and are obtained as follows:
. Let
. Then
,
and this represents a family of functions for which
satisfies the following conditions:
. Let
. Then
,
, and this represents a family of functions for which
satisfies the following conditions:
The initial coefficient estimates, along with the FSF, for functions belonging to the families and are established in the following two corollaries:
Corollary 6.
Let . If a function , thenand for where Remark 7.
If , then under the condition , the inequalityholds. Corollary 7.
Let . If a function , thenand for where Remark 8.
If , then under the condition , the inequalityholds. Applying would result in the following outcome according to Theorem 1:
Corollary 8.
Let , and . If is a member of , thenand for whereand Remark 9.
If is a member of , then under the condition , the inequalityholds. The important special instances from the family corresponding to and are obtained as follows:
. Let
. Then
,
and this represents a family of functions for which
satisfies the following conditions:
. Let
. Then
,
, and this represents a family of functions for which
satisfies the following conditions:
The initial coefficient bounds, in conjunction with FSF, for functions belonging to the classes and are established in the subsequent two corollaries:
Corollary 9.
Let . If is a member of , thenand for where Remark 10.
If is a member of , then under the condition , the inequalityholds. Corollary 10.
Let . If is a member of , thenand for where Remark 11.
If is a member of , then under the condition , the inequalityholds. Remark 12.
(i). By setting in Theorem 1, we get explicit bounds for , , and , for function belonging to the class , which is subordinate to the Bernoulli polynomials.
(ii). Similarly, by setting in Corollaries 1 through 9, we get explicit bounds for the same coefficients and functional for function in the following classes, each subordinate to the Bernoulli polynomials, respectively:
(i). , (ii). , (iii). ,
(iv). , (v). , (vi). ,
(vii). , (viii). , and (ix). .
Remark 13.
By setting in Corollaries 2 through 9 we obtain explicit bounds for , , and , , for function belonging to the following classes, respectively.
(i). , (ii). , (iii). ,
(iv). , (v). , (vi). ,
(vii). , and (viii). .
4. Conclusions
In this paper, we have established coefficient bounds for functions belonging to a comprehensive class , defined via subordination to the generating function associated with the q-Bernoulli polynomials, which possess inherent symmetry properties. By employing techniques from the theory of differential subordination and leveraging the analytic and symmetric properties of Bernoulli polynomials, we derived estimates for , , and the FSF , where . Several interesting corollaries were obtained by specializing the parameters, illustrating the flexibility and breadth of the defined class.
The analytic formulation of this subclass provides provides a promising symmetry-inspired framework for addressing advanced coefficient problems, including those involving higher-order Hankel and Toeplitz determinants. These determinant-based functionals reveal underlying symmetrical structures with far-reaching implications in geometric function theory, approximation theory, and the study of linear operators. Future investigations may explore determinant inequalities, structural properties, and subclass relationships arising from this family, particularly in connection with other special polynomials and q-calculus formulations.
By setting in Theorem 1, we noted in Remark 12 explicit bounds for , , and , , for functions belonging to the class , which is subordinate to the Bernoulli polynomials, known for their classical symmetry properties. Similarly, by applying the condition in Corollaries 1 through 9, explicit bounds for the same coefficients and the FSF were obtained for functions in the respective subclasses, each subordinate to the Bernoulli polynomials, as noted in Remark 12.