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  • Supramolecular Chemistry
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • Hydrogen-bonded aromatic foldamers are a class of molecules with unique structural properties.
  • Their development is crucial for advancing supramolecular chemistry and materials science.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize the design principles of hydrogen-bonding-driven aromatic foldamers.
  • To highlight their diverse applications in supramolecular chemistry.

Main Methods:

  • Construction of foldamers using amide, urea, hydrazide, and 1,2,3-triazole units.
  • Exploration of applications including receptor development, macrocycle formation, and controlled release systems.

Main Results:

  • Demonstrated the versatility of aromatic foldamers in creating complex supramolecular structures.
  • Showcased applications in acyclic receptors, helical sequences, macrocycles, and copolymer properties.
  • Investigated binding-induced folding and self-binding of flexible aromatic amide oligomers.

Conclusions:

  • Hydrogen-bonding-driven aromatic foldamers offer a powerful platform for designing functional supramolecular materials.
  • Their tunable structures and properties enable a wide range of applications in molecular recognition and materials science.