Issue 1, 2001

Superstructural diversity in two dimensions: crystal engineering of laminated solids

Abstract

The application of supramolecular concepts such as self-assembly to the solid state offers an approach to crystal design and crystal engineering, namely supramolecular synthesis of solids, that is based upon the design of infinite networks. Self-assembly of more than one molecular component, modular self-assembly, is particularly attractive since it can be accomplished in one-pot reactions with existing molecular components and allows for facile fine-tuning of structural and functional features. The challenges and opportunities that face crystal engineering are illustrated by concentrating on the superstructural diversity that has been exhibited in 2D network structures. Despite the observed superstructural diversity, which can manifest itself in the form of supramolecular isomerism, and the range of molecular components that have been utilized, these structures have in common an inherent ability to mimic clays by intercalation of guest molecules.

Article information

Article type
Feature Article
Submitted
04 sep 2000
Accepted
15 nov 2000
First published
13 dec 2000

Chem. Commun., 2001, 1-9

Superstructural diversity in two dimensions: crystal engineering of laminated solids

M. J. Zaworotko, Chem. Commun., 2001, 1 DOI: 10.1039/B007127G

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