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Area of Science:

Materials Science
Supramolecular Chemistry
Coordination Chemistry

Background:

Recent breakthroughs utilize gold complexes, particularly exploiting aurophilic interactions (Au···Au contacts).
These interactions are key in developing advanced materials with tunable properties.
Cross-disciplinary research in chemistry, crystallography, and engineering drives innovation.

Purpose of the Study:

To review recent advancements in gold complexes exhibiting stimuli-responsive behavior.
To discuss the design principles and applications of aurophilicity in materials science.
To highlight the role of gold complexes in creating novel functional materials.

Main Methods:

Literature review of recent studies on gold complexes and aurophilic interactions.
Analysis of examples demonstrating stimuli-responsive properties (mechanochromic, thermochromic, etc.).
Exploration of applications in metallogelators and chemical sensors.

Main Results:

Gold complexes with aurophilic interactions form diverse stimuli-responsive materials.
Applications include metallogelators, luminescent compounds, and sensors for metal ions.
These materials show potential for miniaturized technological applications.

Conclusions:

Aurophilicity is a powerful concept for designing advanced functional materials.
Gold complexes offer unique properties for stimuli-responsive and sensory applications.
Continued exploration of gold chemistry is vital for future technological advancements.