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Coordination-Assembled Molecular Cages with Metal Cluster Nodes.
Zheng-Zhong Zhu1, Chong-Bin Tian1, Qing-Fu Sun1
1State Key Laboratory of Structural Chemistry, Fujian Institute of Research on the Structure of Matter, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Fuzhou, 350002, People's Republic of China.
Chemical Record (New York, N.Y.)
|December 3, 2020
Summary
Metal-cluster-based coordination cages (MCCCs) offer advanced topological structures and functional cavities. This review highlights their synthesis and diverse applications, driven by the unique properties of metal-cluster nodes.
Area of Science:
- Supramolecular Chemistry
- Coordination Chemistry
- Materials Science
Background:
- Molecular cages are recognized for their intricate topological structures and defined cavities.
- Traditional fabrication relies on coordination assembly with metal-ligand bonds.
- Recent advancements include cages with dinuclear and polynuclear metal-cluster nodes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the synthesis of metal-cluster-based coordination cages (MCCCs).
- To highlight the functional properties imparted by metal-cluster nodes.
- To explore the potential applications of MCCCs.
Main Methods:
- Coordination assembly using directional metal-ligand bonds.
- Synthesis of cages with polynuclear metal-cluster nodes.
- Characterization of topological structures and functional cavities.
Main Results:
- MCCCs combine the advantages of metal clusters and cage structures.
- These cages exhibit excellent performance in catalysis and separation.
- Host-guest chemistry applications are also demonstrated.
Conclusions:
- MCCCs represent a significant advancement in molecular cage design.
- The incorporation of metal-cluster nodes enhances cage functionality.
- MCCCs hold great promise for various scientific and technological applications.
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