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Dynamic functions of bis- and tris(saloph) cobalt(III) structures based on axial coordination
Low-spin d6 cobalt(III) complexes with oligo(saloph) ligands exhibit dynamic structural and functional switching via reversible axial ligand exchange, enabling redox control, chirality inversion, and tunable host–guest binding behavior.
Dalton Trans., 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01501D

What goes on in sub-critical solvothermal synthesis of metal ion complexes?
An attempt is made to identify reactions other than simple coordination that may be involved in sub-critical solvothermal synthesis of metal ion complexes and to explain why such reactions warrant more detailed study.
Dalton Trans., 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01784J

Atomically precise noble metal nanoclusters for engineering self-assembled two-dimensional materials
This perspective article highlights the historical developments and recent progress in engineering two-dimensional nanomaterials using atomically precise noble metal nanoclusters, their properties and applications.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 11770-11789
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01171J
Prussian blue analogues for high-performance sodium ion battery cathodes: recent advances and challenges
This review provides recent advances on Prussian blue analogues for cathodes in sodium ion batteries. The synthesis methods, compositional engineering, structural designs, post-treatment remediation techniques and scalable synthesis are discussed.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 14254-14261
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01534K

Alkaline earth metals: heterometallic bonding
Complexes with heterometallic alkaline earth-metal bonds display unique electronic structures and reactivity patterns. This frontier article outlines recent advances in the field and proposes pathways to future breakthroughs.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 13020-13029
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01662B
Metal–organic frameworks for purification of methanol-to-olefin (MTO) products
This review summarizes recent progress in using metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) for the selective separation of methanol-to-olefin (MTO) products, with a focus on challenging mixtures such as C3H6/C2H4, C3H6/C2H6/C2H4, and C3H6/C3H8/C2H4.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 11141-11149
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01117E

Anti-breast cancer stem cell activity of titanocene complexes of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Titanocene(IV)-NSAID complexes Cp2Ti(mefenamate)2 (4) and Cp2Ti(flufenamate)2 (5) show enhanced redox stability and potent cytotoxicity against breast cancer stem cells (CSCs), with 5 rivaling salinomycin and cisplatin.
Dalton Trans., 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01491C

Nitrated triarylphosphine oxides: accessible triarylphosphoryl molecules with up to six nitro groups
Straightforward access to triarylphosphine oxides bearing up to six nitro groups is demonstrated. The compounds are thermally stable up to ca. 250 °C and indefinitely storable at room temperature, making them potential energetic materials.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 13030-13034
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01277E
Direct covalent immobilization of the Hoveyda–Grubbs catalyst without molecular modification for achieving economical and efficient olefin metathesis
Direct covalent immobilization of the Hoveyda–Grubbs catalyst into hollow mesoporous polystyrene nanospheres is developed via Friedel–Crafts alkylation to achieve efficient olefin metathesis for the low-cost synthesis of α,β-unsaturated aldehydes.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 12760-12765
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01440A
Hydrogen bonds in the second coordination sphere of metal complexes in the gas phase – playing by the rules?
This study shows that gas-phase hydrogen bond energies of aqua/ammine metal complexes mainly depend on complex charge and oxidation state to coordination number (OS/CN) ratio, while being largely independent of geometry, metal type or other ligands.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 12754-12759
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT00918A
Discrete inorganic molecular upconversion: a dinuclear ytterbium–polyoxometalate complex exhibits cooperative upconversion luminescence
In CD3CN, the discrete dinuclear ytterbium complex, [Ln2(μ2-OH)2(γ-SiW10O36)2]12−, exhibited visible upconversion luminescence via a cooperative luminescence mechanism.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 12443-12446
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01369K

A detailed study on the effects of adsorbed water molecules on proton conduction in a metal–organic framework
The relationship among proton conductivity, activation energy, and the number of adsorbed water molecules within a MOF, Zr-BPT, was clarified.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 12125-12129
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01395J
Evaluating a triaza-18-crown-6 picolinate chelator for [212/203Pb]Pb2+ and [212/213Bi]Bi3+ theranostics
Triaza-18-crown-6-based macrocycle, H3tripa, rapidly forms stable complexes with 203Pb and 213Bi; structural, thermodynamic, and computational data support H3tripa as a dual-purpose chelator for Pb/Bi-based radiotheranostics.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 11801-11807
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01103E
Metal atom chemistry as a direct pathway to access homoleptic mono- and dinuclear isonitrile compounds of the iron triad Fe, Co, and Ni
Homoleptic isonitrile compounds of Fe, Co and Ni are accessible by a direct route employing metal atoms and isonitrile ligands. Our approach is of general utility for synthesizing homoleptic metal complexes under extremely mild chimie douce conditions.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 11150-11155
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01275A

A subcellularly targeted photocaged inhibitor for mitochondrial carbonic anhydrase V
Selective targeting of mitochondrial carbonic anhydrases using subcellular directing and photoresponsive protecting groups to mask zinc active site coordinating ligand.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 10862-10867
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01161B
Mechanism of catalyst activation in iron(porphyrin)-catalysed aerobic oxidative cleavage of 2,3-dimethylindole
Ferric porphyrins catalyse the aerobic oxidative cleavage of 2,3-dimethylindole, mimicking dioxygenase enzymes. The indole itself first reduces FeIII(porphyrin) to FeII(porphyrin) via a proton-coupled electron transfer mechanism.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 10868-10872
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01271F
Phospha-Peterson reactions with esters and thioesters: isolation of phosphaalkenes bearing C-heteroatom substituents
The synthesis of C-functional phosphaalkenes using the phospha-Peterson reaction affords O-substituted phospha-enolate salts, M[MesPC(O)Ph], and S-substituted phosphaalkenes, [ArP
CS(CH2)5]. Each product was structurally characterized.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 14277-14285
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01781E
IPaulHet – spatially-defined, wingtip-flexible, N,C-chelating oxazole and thiazole donor N-heterocyclic carbene ligands
We report novel IPaul-derived NHC ligands with benzoxazole/benzothiazole wingtips. Their steric and electronic properties, coordination chemistry, and Ag, Pd and Rh-catalyzed transformations are presented.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 14267-14276
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01576F
SMM behaviour in a {CoIII4CoII2DyIII2} complex: Co(II)-based thermal barrier and Dy(III) spectator role
We report a novel {CoIII4CoII2DyIII2} core that shows SMM behaviour at zero external field of Co(II) origin with Dy(III) as spectator ion.
Dalton Trans., 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01689D

Remarkable coordination variability of the P,C,P-pincer ligand in organotin(IV) compounds – a promising outlook for other p-block elements
The present study demonstrates the high versatility of the P,C,P-pincer ligand in the coordination chemistry of tin(IV) compounds, offering a promising outlook in respect to its future application with other p-block elements.
Dalton Trans., 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01873K
Two reduced phosphomolybdate-based metal–organic complexes modified by tunable bis-1H-benzimidazole ligands for enhanced photocatalytic Cr(VI) reduction
Two flexible bis-1H-benzimidazole ligand-functionalized reduced phosphomolybdate-based complexes were prepared. They exhibit different 3D supramolecular metal–organic frameworks and show excellent photocatalytic performance in Cr(VI) reduction.
Dalton Trans., 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01698C
Insights into the enhancement of oxygen evolution catalysis in Ce-mediated amorphous CoFe-based (oxy)hydroxides
Amorphous CoFe-(oxy)hydroxide nanoparticles incorporating cerium demonstrated outstanding OER performance. While Ce incorporation did not boost intrinsic activity, it improved charge transfer and active surface area.
Dalton Trans., 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01962A
Study on a high refractive index sensitivity four-band tunable absorber based on AlCuFe quasicrystals at terahertz frequencies
Based on AlCuFe quasicrystals, this paper proposes a four-band narrowband perfect absorber with high refractive index sensitivity in the terahertz band. This absorber has good tunability, stability and high refractive index sensitivity.
Dalton Trans., 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01929J

Redox-active inverse crowns – pockets for heavier chalcogenides
Reduction of R3PCh reagents (Ch = O, S, Se, Te) results in encapsulation of the Ch2− anions in a metal crown. Depending on anion size, extension of the metal crown can be observed.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 13950-13957
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01896J
Stable zero-dimensional hybrid indium-based halides with yellow to orange light emission
The halides 1–3 reported in this study exhibit yellow to orange luminescence. These materials demonstrate excellent stability in organic solvents. Employing halide 1 as an organic phosphorescent material offers novel strategies for LED fabrication.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 13909-13917
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01382H
Advanced nitrogen-doped transition metal oxides decorated with Pt: synthesis and composition strategies for maximised electrochemical performance
Pt-decorated N-doped Mn2O3–NiO catalysts show excellent bifunctional ORR/OER activity in alkaline media, achieving high current densities, low overpotentials, and competitive ΔE values—offering promise for metal–air batteries and fuel cells.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 13934-13949
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01211B

Ansa-effects in alkaline earth metal octaphenylmetallocenophanes and a derived ansa-ferrocene
Ethylene-bridged octaphenylmetallocenes of the alkaline earth metals (Mg to Ba) have been synthesised, revealing important effects on structure and stability compared to their non-tethered analogs.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 13918-13928
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01881A
Electrochemical water oxidation using single-site Cu(II) molecular complexes: a mechanism elucidated by computational studies
Two Cu(II) complexes [Cu1] and [Cu2] catalyze water oxidation at pH 12 via WNA. TOFmax values are 10 × 103 s−1 and 15 × 103 s−1, with [Cu2] superior. DFT and Tafel plots support this, while hydroxide at high pH promotes O–O bond formation.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 13894-13908
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01397F
A simple and efficient method to synthesize metal salts of M2[trans-B20H18] (M = Li, Na, K, and Cu)
A direct synthesis of alkali metal and Cu(I) salts of the [trans-B20H18]2− anion has been developed by reactions of M2[B10H10] (M = Li, Na, K) with an oxidizer, such as H3P(Mo3O10)4·xH2O or Cu(OTf)2 under mild conditions.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 13929-13933
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01718A
The efficient removal of Sr2+ using two thiostannates via ion exchange
Two new isomorphic thiostannates feature a two-dimensional wavy anionic layer of [Sn2S5]n2n− containing big windows of ten-membered rings with charge-balancing alkali metal ions, which demonstrate rapid and selective Sr2+ ion exchange performance.
Dalton Trans., 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01904D
Electrocatalytic urea synthesis from NO and CO2 on In1Pd single atom alloys
Single-atom In alloyed Pd is an efficient catalyst for urea electrosynthesis from NO and CO2, attributed to the synergy of In1 and Pd to enable the co-activation of CO2/NO and their C–N coupling while hampering the competing reactions.
Dalton Trans., 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT02018B

Phosphinoamine coinage metal complexes with a coumarin fluorophore: synthesis, characterization, and in vitro (photo)cytotoxicity
A coumarin-substituted phosphinoamine ligand was employed to synthesize Cu(I) and Au(II) complexes. The fluorophore in the ligand resulted in emissive complexes, which enabled cell imaging and were further evaluated in vitro for cytotoxicity.
Dalton Trans., 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01532D
Unraveling the electronic mechanisms of transition metal and fluorine co-doping for enhanced electrochemical performance in sodium lithium manganese oxide cathodes
(Co, F) co-doping stabilizes P2-type NLM cathodes, boosting conductivity and Na+ transport for high-performance sodium-ion batteries.
Dalton Trans., 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT00638D
A mitochondria-targeted iridium complex activates anti-tumour immunity by regulating zinc homeostasis in cancer cells and macrophages
A mitochondria-targeted iridium complex can modulate the homeostasis and distribution of endogenous zinc contents in both cancer cells and macrophages, thus activating antitumour immunity effectively.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 13642-13650
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01045D

Reversible structural and colorimetric transitions in LuMnGaO4 upon oxygen uptake and release
We synthesized LuMnGaO4, an AB2O4-type compound, and performed structural analysis and characterization focusing on its reversible oxygen uptake and oxidation-driven color change.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 13431-13442
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT00798D
Self-supporting Co3O4/NiFe2O4 nanoflowers for efficient oxygen evolution reaction
The Co3O4/NiFe2O4 heterostructure nanoflower electrocatalyst with enhanced metal synergistic effect exhibits excellent catalytic activity and stability in OER.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 13110-13117
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01610J
Synthesis of a high-silica intersecting-large-pore zeolite using hydrogen-bond-assisted structure-directing agents
Hydroxyl-containing organic cations form hydrogen-bonding assemblies at the low-temperature aging stage and direct the formation of the high-silica and all-silica zeolite NUD-19.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 13103-13109
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01631B
Synergistic WO3-PBI hybrid electrochromic materials with an enhanced diffusion coefficient and cycling reversibility inspired by the “Big Rocks” theory
The key technology underlying intelligent energy conversion and display systems hinges on high-performance electrochromic materials.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 13085-13092
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01423A
Significant electrochemical performance improvement of an anion MOF-based solid-state electrolyte across a wide temperature range via an ion exchange strategy
Significantly improved electrochemical performance of MOF-based solid-state electrolytes over a wide temperature range by Li+ exchange strategy with Me2NH2+ cations from anionic MOFs.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 13093-13102
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01485A

The constitutional dynamic chemistry of Au3(pyrazolate)3 complexes
Exchange reactions between Au3(pyrazolate)3 trimers and ‘free’ pyrazole ligands are slow, and they can display pronounced autocatalytic behavior.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 12818-12823
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01613D

DFT insights into the bifunctional nature of a bioinspired tungsten complex
A bioinspired tungsten(IV) complex reduces molecular oxygen one electron at a time: spin density of the superoxide intermediate [WO(η1-O2)(PyS)2(PMe3)] is the stepping stone in the reduction of dioxygen.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 12806-12817
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01544H
Post-synthetic modification approach for tandem functionalization of a 2D-layered Zn-coordination polymer: from exfoliated nanosheets to a 3D supramolecular structure with enhanced dye adsorption efficiency
Post-synthetic modification (PSM) represents a promising approach for enhancing the properties of coordination polymers (CPs) and MOFs by introducing new functional groups and tailored surface chemistry.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 12784-12798
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01213A
Construction of 2,2′:6′,2′′-terpyridine-modified porous organic polymers via building unit engineering: preferred and universal transition metal carrier and catalytic application
The novel tpy-containing POPs and their metal–organic composites were facilely obtained via molecular engineering and displayed universal catalytic behavior.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 12824-12830
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01504A
Supramolecular assemblies and nanoparticle integration studied through quantitative image analysis and 3D reconstruction
Nanoparticle incorporation into supramolecular assemblies is essential for designing hybrid nanostructures with tailored optical and structural properties.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 12799-12805
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01505G
Unveiling the relationship between counterion size and spin crossover dynamics in hexadentate Schiff-base manganese(III) complexes
Mn(III) complexes with tunable intermolecular interactions were synthesized via a counterion strategy, showing tunable SCO properties.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 12831-12840
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01347J

Catalytic transfer zincation using ammonium cations
This work reports the first catalytic electrophilic transfer zincation in which the use of the right alkyl group is essential. This enables a zinc-catalysed glovebox-free borylation with (H–BBN)2.
Dalton Trans., 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01816A
The miracle of self-assembly: a journey of the {Ln6F8} core in the world of lanthanides
In this work, a wide range of compounds with the structural fragment {Ln6F8} has been obtained for the first time.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 12503-12515
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01105A
Development of super-heat-resistant purine-based coordination polymers for applications in energetic materials
This study introduces purine-based coordination polymers (ECP-1 and ECP-2), which exhibit acceptable detonation properties, high thermal stability, and a mechanically insensitive nature.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 12454-12462
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01509J
Charge compensation endows K0.16Na0.05(NH4)0.71V4O10−x·0.63H2O cathode with tunable lattice strain for efficient Zn2+ storage
Dual Na+/K+ charge compensation enables high-performance aqueous zinc-ion batteries.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 12516-12523
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01363A
Functionalized Li/NH2/MIL-101(Cr) and Li/NH2/MIL-100(Fe) for lithium adsorption and separation from aqueous solutions
Li/NH2/MIL-101(Cr) and Li/NH2/MIL-100(Fe) are characterized by large specific surface areas and size tunability, making them ideal for Li+ extraction from lithium-containing solvents.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 12482-12502
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01288K

High-spin face-capped deltahedra in divanadadicarbaboranes are very different from the singlet structures of chromium analogues
The low-energy structures of divanadadicarbaboranes Cp2V2C2Bn−4Hn−2 have triplet or quintet spin states in contrast to the singlet low-energy structures of dichromadicarbaboranes Cp2Cr2C2Bn−4Hn−2.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 12463-12470
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01520K

Intramolecular sensitization and structure of a Tb3+/2-hydroxyquinoline conjugate in the paraoxonase 1 active site
2-Hydroxyquinoline forms a highly emissive ternary complex with rePON1 : Tb3+.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 12471-12481
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01484K
Complex of copper(II) hexafluoroacetylacetonate with photochromic spiropyran in the merocyanine form: field-induced slow magnetic relaxation and quantum coherence for CuII (S = 1/2) and photoswitching of spiropyran ligand
The photochromic spiropyran forms {CuII(hfac)2·MNSP} (1). Field-induced magnetic relaxation and magnetic hysteresis loops observed at 0.5 K classify 1 as a SIM. Switching of the ligand between open and closed forms is possible within the complex.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 12180-12188
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01129A
Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid-modified halloysite nanotubes loaded with layered SnS2 for highly efficient removal of methylene blue
The carbon layer on HNTs endowed them with more negative surface charges, large specific surface area, and more π–π interactions.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 12201-12209
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01400J
Exploring zinc(II) ion binding and antimicrobial activity viaD-amino acid substitution and retro-inverso modifications in MUC7 peptide from human saliva
Antimicrobial peptides are part of the host's innate immune response and have high therapeutic potential, especially in the complexes with Zn(II) ions.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 12189-12200
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT00562K
Construction of Ni3+-rich, Ru-doped NiO nanoparticles with lattice strain for enhanced OER performance
Ru-doped NiO nanoparticles prepared by two-step thermal treatment exhibit outstanding OER electrocatalytic activity. This results from Ru doping, which modifies NiO's electronic structure, increasing Ni3+ sites and oxygen vacancies.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 11868-11877
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01013F

An imidazolium dication affords a stable UWY-like zeolite and enables a subtle structure direction towards EMM-17
A stable low Ge UWY-like HPM-9 zeolite and an EMM-17 zeolite were synthesized with an imidazolium dication. Intergrowths in HPM-9 and the existence of polymorph C of EMM-17 were proven by X-ray diffraction and 19F NMR, respectively.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 11878-11886
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01413A

Synthesis, structure, magnetic and transport properties of CeFeSb3
Metallic CeFeSb3 exhibits complex antiferromagnetic ordering of the Ce 4f moments on a square lattice. The non-magnetic nature of covalently bonded Fe2 dimers was confirmed by quantum chemical analysis in combination with Mößbauer spectroscopy.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 11833-11844
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01387A

The investigation of the steric hindrance of anilines by means of reactions with PCl3 and BCl3
The synthesis of a sterically crowded dissymmetrical aniline is described. Its shielding properties are demonstrated through the syntheses of monomeric chloro(imino)phosphine and dichloroborane, and the first evidence of a terminal NHBH2 group.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 11845-11856
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01182E
Bifunctional CoNi/MXene@Wood with vertical aperture structure for electromagnetic wave absorption and infrared stealth
CoNi/MXene@Wood composites with honeycomb structure were prepared by modifying natural wood, which offers a promising strategy for developing high performance electromagnetic wave-absorbing and infrared stealth applications.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 11857-11867
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01054C
Sterically hindered P,N-type amidophosphines {{(o-PPh2)C6H4}C(O)NH(R)}: synthesis, transition metal chemistry, and catalytic activity in stereoselective Heck coupling of aryl chlorides
This work reports bulky amido-phosphine ligands and their metal complexes. A PdII dimer forms active nanoparticles in situ, enabling efficient Heck coupling of aryl chlordies with high yields, low loading and broad substrate scope.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 11551-11562
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01353D
Synthesis of a xanthene-based macrocyclic imine ligand and two-step planarization by metalation with Ni2+ and Na+
Planarity of a xanthene-based macrocyclic imine ligand was improved by two-step metalation with Ni2+ and Na+.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 11573-11580
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01183C
Significantly improved Curie temperature and electrical properties of Sm-doped Pb(Ni1/3Nb2/3)O3-PbZrO3-PbTiO3 by introducing Pb(Mg1/3Nb2/3)O3
Peak properties with d33 = 725 pC N−1, kp = 0.63, Tc = 176 °C were obtained in PNN-based piezoceramics.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 11581-11587
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01319D
Cyano-bridged {Fe2Co} assemblies showing metamagnetic transition and a magnetocaloric effect
Two cyano-bridged {Fe2Co} assemblies were constructed and magnetically characterized. 1 displays field-induced magnetic phase transition from spin-canting AFM to collinear AFM and then to a full FM alignment. 2 shows the AFM to FM transition.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 11542-11550
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01187F
Synthesis, electronic properties, structural studies, and catalytic activity of peripherally metalated β-η1-Pd(II)-thioalkyl porphyrazine
The first β-η1-Pd(II) tetrapyrrole complex has been obtained, which shows catalytic properties in cross-coupling reactions.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 11563-11572
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01394A
Promoting electromagnetic wave absorption for conductive metal–organic frameworks through crystal morphology controlling
Two Ni-TABQ cMOFs with distinct morphologies were synthesized by using a simple ligand. The Ni-TABQ-1 has optimal impedance matching due to higher conductivity and regular morphology, enhancing polarization loss and improving EMW absorption ability.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 11525-11532
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT00967G
An Eu4L44 tetrahedron with multiple recognition sites: a luminescent sensor for rapid and sensitive detection of biogenic amines
A tetrahedral cage Eu4L44 with multiple recognition sites was designed for highly sensitive and real time detection of biogenic amines in solution.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 11533-11541
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT00720H
Photoactivated antibacterial activity of Fe(III) complexes via singlet oxygen-mediated bacterial membrane lysis
This study reports the light-triggered antibacterial efficacy of Fe(III) complexes, which presented efficient light-triggered 1O2 generation and membrane lysis in S. aureus and E. coli.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 11174-11181
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01300C
In(III) complexes of sulfonyldithiocarbimates as selective antineoplasic agents against human colorectal adenocarcinoma
The synthesis, antineoplasic profile, and structural aspects of six In(III) sulfonyldithiocarbimate complexes (Ph4P[(RSO2NCS2)2In], 2a–f) are described.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 11207-11224
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT00868A
Selective synthesis of β-TaON: The critical influence of oxygen partial pressure in ammonolysis
The oxygen partial pressure critically governs the sequential phase transformation from Ta2O5 to Ta3N5via β-TaON. An oxygen flow rate of 0.25 L h−1 defines the narrow synthesis region necessary for obtaining phase-pure β-TaON.
Dalton Trans., 2025,54, 11193-11206
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5DT01193K
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