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Area of Science:

  • Supramolecular Chemistry
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • Self-organization and self-sorting are fundamental to biological systems.
  • The field of self-sorting investigates artificial molecular binding for complex systems.
  • Research has explored discrete and extended supramolecular structures in various solvents.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review strategies for constructing extended supramolecular aggregates in water using self-sorting of small synthetic molecules.
  • To emphasize co-assembly processes in binary mixtures for complex supramolecular structures.
  • To highlight the impact of external variables on molecular recognition and discrimination.

Main Methods:

  • Review of recent literature on self-sorting strategies in aqueous media.
  • Analysis of co-assembly processes in binary mixtures of synthetic molecules.
  • Investigation of external factors like solvent and concentration on self-sorting outcomes.

Main Results:

  • Diverse strategies for creating extended supramolecular aggregates in water via self-sorting have been identified.
  • Co-assembly in binary mixtures yields supramolecular structures of significant complexity.
  • External variables like solvent and concentration effectively direct molecular recognition and discrimination.

Conclusions:

  • Comprehending molecular recognition in self-sorting is vital for the organization and evolution of complex matter.
  • This review provides insights into building complex aqueous supramolecular systems from simple synthetic molecules.
  • The findings are crucial for advancing the design of functional supramolecular materials.