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Synthesis and Characterization of Functionalized Metal-organic Frameworks
Published on: September 5, 2014
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Our journey of developing multifunctional metal-organic frameworks
Rui-Biao Lin1, Shengchang Xiang2, Bin Li3
1Department of Chemistry, University of Texas at San Antonio, One UTSA Circle, San Antonio, TX 78249-0698, USA.
Coordination Chemistry Reviews
|May 7, 2024
Summary
Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are versatile hybrid materials. Researchers are developing functional MOFs for applications like gas storage, separation, and sensing by controlling their pore structures.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Chemistry
Background:
- Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are hybrid organic-inorganic solids formed by metal ions and organic linkers.
- MOFs are a rapidly growing class of functional materials with tunable properties.
- Their pore structures can be controlled through pore size tuning, functional site incorporation, and post-synthetic modification.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review research progress in developing functional MOFs.
- To highlight the versatility of MOFs for diverse applications.
Main Methods:
- Tuning pore sizes of MOFs.
- Incorporating functional sites into MOFs.
- Post-synthetic modification of MOFs.
Main Results:
- Demonstrated control over MOF pore structures for multifunctional applications.
- Successfully developed functional MOFs for various applications.
Conclusions:
- Functional MOFs offer a promising platform for advanced materials.
- MOFs can be tailored for applications in gas storage, separations, sensing, proton conduction, and molecular recognition.
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