(N),C,N-Coordinated Heavier Group 13-15 Compounds: Synthesis, Structure and Applications

Area of Science:

• Inorganic Chemistry
• Organometallic Chemistry
• Materials Science

Background:

• N,C,N-coordinated compounds based on ortho-(di)substituted phenyl platforms represent a versatile class of molecules.
• These compounds bridge the chemistry of main group elements (groups 13-15) with organic ligands.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review recent synthetic achievements and structural insights of N,C,N-coordinated group 13-15 compounds.
• To focus on the potential applications of these compounds in various fields.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of recent research on N,C,N-coordinated group 13-15 compounds.
• Analysis of synthetic strategies, structural characterization, and application-based studies.

Main Results:

• Group 13 and 14 derivatives serve as single-source precursors for semiconducting thin films and building blocks for high-molecular polymers.
• Group 15 derivatives exhibit catalytic activity in Mannich reactions, aldehyde allylation, CO2 activation, and act as transmetallation reagents.
• Univalent species function as ligands for transition metals, activate unsaturated compounds, and catalyze transfer hydrogenation.

Conclusions:

• N,C,N-coordinated group 13-15 compounds possess significant potential across materials science and catalysis.
• Their tunable structures and reactivity make them valuable for developing advanced materials and efficient chemical processes.