Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chenyan Lv, Xiaorong Zhang, Yu Liu, Tuo Zhang, Hai Chen, Jiachen Zang, Bowen Zheng, Guanghua Zhao
Summary: Compartmentalization is a key feature of living systems, where artificial protein nanocages are being designed and constructed with advancements to serve as crucial components and carriers in the fields of nanomaterials, electrochemistry, and drug delivery.
CHEMICAL SOCIETY REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Julia Laskova, Ivan Ananiev, Irina Kosenko, Alexander Serdyukov, Marina Stogniy, Igor Sivaev, Mikhail Grin, Andrey Semioshkin, Vladimir Bregadze
Summary: The synthesis of acetonitrilium and propionitrilium derivatives of closo-dodecaborate [B12H12](2-) was discussed. Nucleophilic addition reactions of water, alcohols, and secondary amines to the activated triple bond of the nitrilium derivatives yielded corresponding iminols, imidates, and amidines. The obtained results were supported by X-ray diffraction studies and DFT calculations.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Ji-Tun Chen, Han Yan, Tian-Tian Wang, Teng-Da Zhou, Wen-Bin Sun
Summary: In this study, a series of di- and tetranuclear lanthanide complexes were synthesized and characterized. The structures of the complexes indicated an unprecedented asymmetric ring-opening reaction of the ligand, resulting in the formation of a new ligand. The magnetic test results revealed that some complexes showed typical slow magnetic relaxation behavior, with one complex having an energy barrier almost twice that of another complex.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sandipan Ghorai, Ramalingam Natarajan
Summary: In the coordination-driven self-assembly, the outcome of chiral self-sorting, either heterochiral or homochiral cages, can be controlled by specific anion encapsulation. Non-encapsulating anion results in a mixture of diastereomers, while anion exchange enables structural transformations and conversion of the mixture into homochiral diastereomers.
CHEMISTRY-A EUROPEAN JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Sergii Shylin, Sergiu Shova, Helena J. Shepherd, Vadim Ksenofontov, Wolfgang Tremel, Il'ya A. Gural'skiy
Summary: We report on a molecular cationic iron(ii) complex with an incomplete spin crossover (SCO) behavior. The complex has an unusual disordered structure and a linear arrangement of ligand and water molecules, potentially accommodating up to four iron atoms. Through magnetic susceptibility measurements and Mossbauer spectroscopy, the thermal-induced SCO behavior of iron cations in the complex has been characterized.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xin-Da Huang, Xiu-Fang Ma, Li-Min Zheng
Summary: Herein, we report a photo-responsive lanthanide-based single-molecule magnet with promising potential for future switching and memory devices. The photocycloaddition reaction led to a reversible structural transition and photoswitchable properties of the magnet. This work may inspire the construction of lanthanide-based molecular materials with targeted photo-responsive magnetic properties.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Geological
Joaquin Garcia-Suarez, Arthur Cornet, Sacha Wattel, Jean-Francois Molinari
Summary: Prediction of ground motion triggered by earthquakes is a prime concern. We propose a data-driven computational mechanics approach for one-dimensional site response analysis. We demonstrate its capacity to handle wave propagation problems using discrete datasets obtained via the discrete element method (DEM). The implementation is validated and the benefits of using data-driven methods are discussed.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL FOR NUMERICAL AND ANALYTICAL METHODS IN GEOMECHANICS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Fan Hu, Xinwen Bi, Xinsheng Chen, Qingyan Pan, Yingjie Zhao
Summary: This article highlights the importance of single-crystal-to-single-crystal transformation and summarizes six different types of organic reactions that can achieve this conversion, emphasizing the potential for advances in crystal structure design.
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Samim Khan, Antonio Frontera, Ryotaro Matsuda, Susumu Kitagawa, Mohammad Hedayetullah Mir
Summary: A photoactive 2D MOF undergoes a photochemical reaction to transform into a 3D MOF, resulting in enhanced halogen interactions.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yang Zhou, Run-Zhuo Yao, Xingwei Cai, Zhenxing Wang, Peipei Cen, Yong Yang, Aihua Yuan, Yisong Tang, Xiaoyun Chen, Shuanhong Zhang, Zhong-Wen Ouyang, Lei Chen
Summary: Soft donor ligands play a critical role in the construction of 3d transition-metal complexes with large magnetic anisotropy. In this study, a soft tripodal ligand was used to construct a high-spin mononuclear complex, which exhibited single-molecule magnet behavior.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yuchen Qiu, Yuyan Zhao, Hanfei Gao, Yingjie Zhao, Jingyuan Zhang, Bo Zhang, Jiangang Feng, Lei Jiang, Yuchen Wu
Summary: Organic semiconductors in optoelectronic applications require single-crystalline structures with long-range order and suppressed defects for efficient carrier transport and long photocarrier lifetime. A capillary-bridge lithography technique has been developed to control the confined crystallization of organic 1D single-crystalline arrays, achieving aligned positioning and pure orientation. The research demonstrates stable performance of organic 1D array photodetectors and successful fabrication of 20 x 20 multiplexed image sensors.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mikhail Kendin, Artem Nikiforov, Roman Svetogorov, Pavel Degtyarenko, Dmitry Tsymbarenko
Summary: An unusual strategy of combining large s cations and rigid d metal based secondary building units was used to synthesize a novel heterometallic potassium dicopper propionate, which exhibits a dense 3D framework with a reversible single-crystal-to-single-crystal phase transition. Temperature-driven ordering/disordering changes occur within the structure.
CRYSTAL GROWTH & DESIGN
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yulia M. Litvinova, Yakov M. Gayfulin, Taisiya S. Sukhikh, Konstantin A. Brylev, Yuri Mironov
Summary: This study reports a series of coordination polymers based on octahedral cluster anions [Re(6)Q(8)(CN)(6)](4-) (Q = S or Se) and Ag+ cations. The structures of these polymers have been characterized by X-ray diffraction, revealing layered and framework structures. Additionally, these polymers exhibit higher luminescence quantum yields and lifetimes.
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Baoshan Hou, Xiaoyan Gu, Hongmei Gan, Haiyan Zheng, Ying Zhu, Xinlong Wang, Zhongmin Su
Summary: This study focuses on the synthesis of isohedral tetrahedra and their trapping ability for toxic ions. The results show that the different building blocks used in the synthesis result in different cavity volumes and adsorption capacities. The findings highlight the potential of these tetrahedra in environmental remediation.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yu Gong, Wang-Kang Han, Hui-Shu Lu, Qing-Tao Hu, Huan Tu, Pei-Ni Li, Xiaodong Yan, Zhi-Guo Gu
Summary: The ligand exchange induced SCSC transformation from 3D Hofmann-type frameworks to 2D layer networks, and different pillar-ligands presented significant influences on the structural assembly and spin-crossover properties.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY C
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Dan He, Yawen Li, Fuwen Zhao, Yuze Lin
Summary: High trap density in organic solar cells leads to localized charge carriers and reduced carrier lifetime, limiting device efficiency. This feature article summarizes the recent advances of trap suppression by material design and device engineering.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Olivier Monfort, Arshitha Madhusudhan, Martin Motola
Summary: This article presents the advantages of coupling photocatalysis and Fenton-based processes for environmental remediation and discusses their synergy. It critically examines the simultaneous triggering of these two processes and provides insights into research approaches. The study aims to enhance understanding of this complex process and highlight the potential integration of new catalysts in current wastewater treatment technology.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Manideepa Dhar, Chittaranjan Mishra, Avijit Das, Uttam Manna
Summary: An approach of 'polymerization of monomers in its aggregated form' has been introduced to tailor the water wettability of fibrous and porous substrates, achieving hydrophobicity to superhydrophobicity transition, as well as patterned wettability. This facile chemical method provides a durable coating with adjustable and patterned wettability for various potential applications.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Saswat Ranjan Bhoi, Chhanda Debnath, Shikha Gandhi
Summary: In this article, a novel catalytic reaction using Pd(0) and Bronsted acid is reported for the synthesis of biologically important imidazolidinone-fused N-heterocycles through redox-neutral intramolecular N-allylation of indoles and pyrroles with alkynes. This atom-economical method is applicable to a wide range of substrates and eliminates the need for leaving groups or oxidizing agents commonly used in traditional allylation reactions.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Longkun Chen, Mingshuai Zhang, Meichen Liu, Zhuoyuan Liu, Yuetong Qiu, Zhilai Zhang, Fuchao Yu, Jiuzhong Huang
Summary: In this study, an efficient Rh(III)-catalyzed selective mono- and dual-C-H bond functionalization/cyclization with iodonium ylide as the sole coupling partner was demonstrated. Fused benzodiazepine skeletons were obtained in excellent yields, providing an improved approach to dual C-H unsymmetrical functionalization.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Alice Kennett, Sven Epple, Gabriella van der Valk, Irene Georgiou, Evelyne Gout, Romain R. Vives, Angela J. Russell
Summary: This study presents the design and synthesis of sulfated disaccharide inhibitors based on IdoA(2S)-GlcNS(6S), which showed potent inhibition of Sulf-2. The results suggest that IdoA(2S)-GlcNS(6S) is the shortest fragment size required for effective inhibition of Sulfs, and a trisulfated disaccharide is identified as the minimal fragment size of heparan sulfate for effective endosulfatase inhibition.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mauro Garbini, Andrea Brunetti, Riccardo Pedrazzani, Magda Monari, Massimo Marcaccio, Giulio Bertuzzi, Marco Bandini
Summary: The self-adaptability of galvanostatic electrolysis was found to be helpful in a multistage chemo- and diastereoselective electrochemically promoted cyclodimerization of chalcones. Through a series of reductive events, densely functionalized cyclopentanes with five contiguous stereocenters were obtained (25 examples, yields up to 95%, dr values up to >20:1). Further experimental and electrochemical investigations indicated the crucial role of dynamic kinetic resolution of the aldol intermediate in the reaction mechanism.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Dhananjay S. Nipate, Neha Meena, Prakash N. Swami, Krishnan Rangan, Anil Kumar
Summary: In this study, the synthesis of functionalized benzo[a]phenazines and indazolo[2,3-a]quinolines was achieved through Rh(III)-catalyzed oxidative annulation of 2-arylquinoxalines and 2-aryl-2H-indazoles with allyl alcohols. The method showed a wide substrate scope, excellent functional group tolerance, good to high yields of annulated products, and the capability for scaled-up synthesis. A tentative mechanism of the annulation reaction was proposed based on a preliminary mechanistic investigation.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ruonan Zhang, Abudukadi Tudi, Xia Yang, Xuping Wang, Zhihua Yang, Shujuan Han, Shilie Pan
Summary: A new lead tellurium borate material with a unique fundamental building block [B4O10] was synthesized and found to exhibit high birefringence. The structure-property relationship was discussed using first-principles calculations.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Amresh Kumar Singh, Baishali Thakurta, Anupam Giri, Monalisa Pal
Summary: This study introduces three key concepts for the quick synthesis of large-scale high-quality 2D materials films and their utilization in device fabrication.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Reina Hagiwara, Shun Nishimura, Kosuke Okeyoshi
Summary: A copolymer-conjugated nanocatalytic system has been developed to improve electron transfer and enhance photoinduced H2 generation.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)