Issue 6, 2004

Recent developments in the supramolecular chemistry of terpyridine–metal complexes

Abstract

This critical review describes recent developments in the field of supramolecular chemistry of terpyridine–metal complexes. The synthesis and characteristics of single as well as multiple homo- and heterometallic complexes is discussed. Furthermore, complexes containing fullerenes, biological building blocks, extended aggregates of different architectures as well as rings are presented. A special emphasis is placed upon the properties (e.g. redox properties, luminescence etc.) of functional systems. Potential applications in optical nano-devices, molecular storage units, molecular switches and solar cells are discussed.

Graphical abstract: Recent developments in the supramolecular chemistry of terpyridine–metal complexes

Article information

Article type
Critical Review
Submitted
14 Jan 2004
First published
15 Jul 2004

Chem. Soc. Rev., 2004,33, 373-399

Recent developments in the supramolecular chemistry of terpyridine–metal complexes

H. Hofmeier and U. S. Schubert, Chem. Soc. Rev., 2004, 33, 373 DOI: 10.1039/B400653B

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