Controllable synthesis, structures of amidecrownophane-type macrocycles and their binding ability toward anions

Amidecrownophane-type macrocycles with different number of hydroxy groups were prepared in quantitative yields by control of the conditions of thermal reaction with the aim to examine the role of hydroxy groups in anion recognition. It was proved that the hydroxy group played a critical role in anion binding for this type of macrocycles and the anion binding affinity could be tuned by different number of hydroxy groups. Further exploration clarified the presence of intramolecular hydrogen-bonding and exhibited the major effect on their anion binding potential.     

Spectroscopic, structural, and theoretical studies of halide complexes with a urea-based tripodal receptor

A urea-based tripodal receptor L substituted with p-cyanophenyl groups has been studied for halide anions using (1)H NMR spectroscopy, density functional theory (DFT) calculations, and X-ray crystallography. The (1)H NMR titration studies suggest that the receptor forms a 1:1 complex with an anion, showing a binding trend in the order of fluoride > chloride > bromide > iodide. The interaction of a fluoride anion with the receptor was further confirmed by 2D NOESY and (19)F NMR spectroscopy in DMSO-d(6). DFT calculations indicate that the internal halide anion is held by six NH···X interactions with L, showing the highest binding energy for the fluoride complex. Structural characterization of the chloride, bromide, and silicon hexafluoride complexes of [LH(+)] reveals that the anion is externally located via hydrogen bonding interactions. For the bromide or chloride complex, two anions are bridged with two receptors to form a centrosymmetric dimer, while for the silicon hexafluoride complex, the anion is located within a cage formed by six ligands and two water molecules.     

脲类受体对阴离子的结合、识别和分离

在阴离子受体中,脲基因其作为双氧键给予体,能与许多阴离子结合,成为一类重要的、有效的受体单元,同时该类受体的功能化为阴离子结合行为的检测提供了方便.本文综述了近年来单脲、二脲、多脲及金属辅助的脲类受体的设计合成及对阴离子的结合、识别和分离方面的研究进展.     

Synthesis,photophysical and NMR evaluations of thiourea-based anion receptors possessing an acetamide moiety

The synthesis and photophysical evaluation of three diaryl thiourea-based anion receptors (4–6) for comparison with their urea counterparts (1–3) is outlined. These anion receptors posses an acetamide functionality on one of the aryl groups and an electron-withdrawing CF₃ group on the other. By varying the position of the acetamide group, in the o-, m- and p-positions of 4–6, respectively, the anion binding ability was both tuneable and found to be, in some cases, significantly different from that seen for the urea analogues 1–3. The binding affinities of the receptors 4–6, as well as the binding stoichiometries, were evaluated using UV–vis absorption spectroscopy in MeCN. However, these receptors were not sufficiently emissive to quantify the anion recognition using fluorescence. The results confirmed strong binding of these receptors to anions such as fluoride, acetate, phosphate, pyrophosphate and chloride. Nevertheless, the overall results obtained did not conform to the anticipated trends seen for 1–3, which is most likely due to the enhanced binding affinity of the thiourea analogues 4–6. The binding interactions were also investigated by using ¹H NMR which confirmed that these receptors interacted with the anions in a stepwise manner, where the primary anion binding interaction occurred at the thiourea side, which led to an activation of the acetamide moiety towards the second anion binding interaction, an example of an allosteric activation mode.     

Synthesis, structure and the binding properties of the amide-based anion receptors derived from 1H-indole-7-amine

Indole-7-amine was investigated as an alternative to aniline in construction of amide-based anion receptors. Replacement of aniline with indolamine introduces additional binding site—indolyl NH, which can enhance anion binding for more than five times. The molecular modelling of indole-containing receptors revealed the correlation between their conformational preferences and their affinity towards anions.     

Binding properties of solvatochromic indicators [Cu(X)(acac)(tmen)] (X = PF6- and BF4-, acac- = Acetylacetonate, tmen = N,N,N',N'-tetramethylethylenediamine) in solution and the solid state

The solvatochromic indicator [Cu(acac)(tmen)(H 2O)].PF 6 ( 1.H 2O) has been synthesized and crystallographically characterized. 1.H 2O binds an H 2O molecule at the Cu(II) axial site, while the PF 6 (-) anion is coordination free. The binding properties of [Cu(PF 6)(acac)(tmen)] ( 1) and [Cu(BF 4)(acac)(tmen)] ( 2) have been investigated in solution and the solid state. The donor number of the PF 6 (-) anion (DN PF6) was determined from the UV-vis spectra of 1 in 1,2-dichloroethane. The value of DN PF6 of the PF 6 (-) anion is slightly larger than that of the tetraphenylborate anion (BPh 4 (-)), which is known as a noncoordinating anion. In the solid state, 1 and 2 reversibly bind and release H 2O molecules at the Cu(II) axial sites. The coordinated H 2O molecules in 2 are more easily removed than those in 1 because of the strong Lewis basicity of the BF 4 (-) anion compared to the PF 6 (-) ion. The lower melting point of 1 versus 2 is attributed to the loose binding of the PF 6 (-) anions to the Cu(II) centers, which induces the dynamic nature of the crystal.     

Anion-templated assembly of pseudorotaxanes: importance of anion template, strength of ion-pair thread association, and macrocycle ring size

A wide range of pseudorotaxane assemblies containing positively charged pyridinium, pyridinium nicotinamide, imidazolium, benzimidazolium and guanidinium threading components, and macrocyclic isophthalamide polyether ligands have been prepared using a general anion templation procedure. In noncompetitive solvent media, coupling halide anion recognition by a macrocyclic ligand with ion-pairing between the halide anion and a strongly associated cation provides the driving force for interpenetration. Extensive solution 1H NMR binding studies, thermodynamic investigations, and single-crystal X-ray structure determinations reveal that the nature of the halide anion template, strength of the ion-pairing between the anion template and the cationic threading component, and to a lesser extent favorable second sphere pi-pi aromatic stacking interactions between the positively charged threading component and macrocyclic ligand, together with macrocyclic ring size, affect the efficacy of pseudorotaxane formation.     

Theoretical study of anion binding to calix[4]pyrrole: the effects of solvent,fluorine substitution,cosolute, and water traces

The binding of different anions to calix[4]pyrrole has been studied by means of molecular dynamics coupled to thermodynamic integration calculations. The effect of different apolar solvents, octafluoro substitution, and the change in binding free energy derived from the presence of cosolute and water traces (the hydrated salt used to introduce the anion in the solution) were examined. Calculations allow us to rationalize the differential binding of ions to calix[4]pyrrole and octafluorocalix[4]pyrrole as well as to predict the behavior in new solvents for which experimental data are not available yet. It is found that both calix[4]pyrrole and octafluorocalix[4]pyrrole have a dramatic preference for F- in the gas phase and pure aprotic solvents, but the situation can change dramatically in protic solvents or in the presence of the hydrated cation which is used as cosolute of the anion. Overall, our results provide interesting clues for a better understanding of the process detected experimentally as "binding".     

Just add tetrazole: 5-(2-pyrrolo)tetrazoles are simple, highly potent anion recognition elements

We report a novel pyrrolo-tetrazole motif that encodes anion binding orders of magnitude stronger than closely related systems and suggests the general utility of amide-tetrazole exchanges for creating simple, high-affinity anion binders.     

Highly effective electrochemical anion sensing based on oxoporphyrinogen

The effect of anion binding on the oxidation potential of an anion receptor, N₂₁,N₂₃-dibenzyl-5,10,15,20-(3,5-di-t-butyl-4-oxo-cyclohexa-2,5-dienylidene)porphyrinogen, 1 in o-dichlorobenzene is reported. The anion binding site of 1, at its inner pyrrolic amine hydrogens, is an integral part of the highly conjugated macrocycle, thus predicting larger potential shifts upon anion binding. Accordingly, cathodic shifts up to 600 mV are observed upon anion binding and such potential shifts correlate well with the anion binding constants.     

A new approach to the coordination of anions,novel polycobalticinium macrocyclic receptor molecules

The syntheses and electrochemistry of four novel polycobalticinium macrocyclic receptor molecules are reported. Preliminary anion coordination studies in one case reveal the receptor to be redox responsive to the binding of a Br⁻ guest anion, shifting the respective cobalticinium reduction wave to more negative potentials.     

Development of a Library of Thiophene-Based Drug-Like Lego Molecules: Evaluation of Their Anion Binding,Transport Properties,and Cytotoxicity

The anion-binding and transport properties of an extensive library of thiophene-based molecules are reported. Seventeen bis-urea positional isomers, with different binding conformations and lipophilicities, have been synthesized by appending α- or β-thiophene or α-, β-, or γ-benzo[b]thiophene moieties to an ortho-phenylenediamine central core, yielding six subsets of positional isomers. Through ¹H NMR, X-ray crystallography, molecular modelling, and anion efflux studies, it is demonstrated that the most active transporters adopt a pre-organized binding conformation capable of promoting the recognition of chloride, using urea and C−H binding groups in a cooperative fashion. Additional large unilamellar vesicle-based assays, carried out under electroneutral and electrogenic conditions, together with N-methyl-d -glucamine chloride assays, have indicated that anion efflux occurs mainly through an H⁺/Cl⁻ symport mechanism. On the other hand, the most efficient anion transporter displays cytotoxicity against tumor cell lines, while having no effects on a cystic fibrosis cell line.     

Calix[4]arene‐Based Rotaxane Host Systems for Anion Recognition

The synthesis, structure and anion binding properties of the first calix[4]arene‐based [2]rotaxane anion host systems are described. Rotaxanes 9? Cl and 12? Cl, consisting of a calix[4]arene functionalised macrocycle wheel and different pyridinium axle components, are prepared via adaption of an anion templated synthetic strategy to investigate the effect of preorganisation of the interlocked host’s binding cavity on anion binding. Rotaxane 12? Cl contains a conformationally flexible pyridinium axle, whereas rotaxane 9? Cl incorporates a more preorganised pyridinium axle component. The X‐ray crystal structure of 9? Cl and solution phase ¹H NMR spectroscopy demonstrate the successful interlocking of the calix[4]arene macrocycle and pyridinium axle components in the rotaxane structures. Following removal of the chloride anion template, anion binding studies on the resulting rotaxanes 9? PF₆ and 12? PF₆ reveal the importance of preorganisation of the host binding cavity on anion binding. The more preorganised rotaxane 9? PF₆ is the superior anion host system. The interlocked host cavity is selective for chloride in 1:1 CDCl₃/CD₃OD and remains selective for chloride and bromide in 10 % aqueous media over the more basic oxoanions. Rotaxane 12? PF₆ with a relatively conformationally flexible binding cavity is a less effective and discriminating anion host system although the rotaxane still binds halide anions in preference to oxoanions.     

Synthetic Polyphosphonates,Polyphosphates, and Phosphonocarboxylates as Allosteric Effectors of Hemoglobin

Abstract

Synthetic phosphonocarboxylates, diphosphonates, polyphosphates, and some triphosphonic acids were studied as effectors in the binding of dioxygen to human hemoglobin. Ethane-1,2-diphosphonic acid, and triphosphate anion were strong effectors.     

Anion induced capsular self-assemblies

Researchers world-wide have employed diverse strategies to achieve various anion binding hosts and anion induced supramolecular architectures due to the increasing appreciation of anion receptor chemistry. Intellectual discovery of molecular capsules for the recognition of different guest species has opened up a new field of research in the area of supramolecular chemistry. This feature article aims to provide an overview of the current status and recent achievements made by us and others in the last decade in the area of anion induced construction of supramolecular capsules and anion binding in molecular capsules.     

N-confused calix[4]pyrroles

This is a first review devoted to N-confused calix[4]pyrroles (NCCPs). NCCPs are a relatively recent arrival to the family of the pyrrole-based anion binding macrocycles, being for the first time identified in 1999. Yet, in a relatively short time these calix[4]pyrrole (CP) isomers attracted attention of the community of research groups interested in anion binding and sensing. This is because they are relatively easy to synthesize, but mainly because they posses anion-binding properties that are different from that of regular calix[4]pyrroles. The difference in anion-binding properties stems from a different binding mode between the NCCP and anion. While the regular CPs adopt in the complex an ideal cone-like conformation where all four pyrroles-NHs engage in hydrogen bonding to the anion, the inverted pyrroles do not allow forming the cone. NCCPs bind anions via a confused cone (CC), by three NH hydrogen bonds with an anion and a CH–anion contact. This different binding mode results also in different anion-binding affinity and selectivity compared to regular CPs. Also, the inverted pyrroles offer a unique possibility for selective chemical modification of the receptor. The corresponding colorimetric sensors were tested for anion binding applications. The results of colorimetric assays for anions are presented and potential applications discussed.     

Enhanced anion binding of N-(anilino)thioureas. Contribution of the N-anilino-NH proton acidity

We report here that N-anilino-N'-phenythioureas in general function as a new family of thiourea-based efficient anion receptors superior to classical N-alkyl(aryl)thioureas, when the N-anilino-NH proton is acidic enough; that is, the N-phenyl substituent is not less electron-withdrawing than m-Cl. Changes due to anion binding in the absorption spectra of these N-anilinothioureas are much more substantial than those of N-alkyl(aryl)thioureas, and anion binding constants in MeCN, at 10(6)-10(7) mol(-1) L order of magnitude for AcO(-) for example, are much higher despite a similar acidity of the thioureido-NH protons. Crystal structure and (1)H NMR data show that the N-aniline chromophore is electronically decoupled from the thiourea anion binding site by the N-N bond, and an intramolecular hydrogen bond exists in MeCN but not in DMSO between the N-anilino-NH nitrogen atom and the other thioureido-NH proton. Conformation changes in the N-anilinothioureas upon anion binding were assumed to occur and lead to a much higher increment in the electron-donating ability in the N-aniline chromophore that the charge transfer (CT) is enhanced or switched on, compared to not switching on a CT in the case of N-phenylthioureas. The anion binding constant shows a stronger dependence on the N-phenyl substituent than on the N'-phenyl substituent, opposite to that observed with N-benzamidothioureas, and the CT band position of the anion binding complex depends much more on the N-phenyl substituent than that of the anion binding complexes of N-benzamidothioureas. The implications of these findings for new anion-receptors design and thiourea-based organocatalysts development are discussed.     

Synthesis, structure, anion binding, and sensing by calix[4]pyrrole isomers

The synthesis, structure, and anion binding properties of chromogenic octamethylcalix[4]pyrroles (OMCPs) and their N-confused octamethylcalix[4]pyrrole isomers (NC-OMCPs) containing an inverted pyrrole ring connected via alpha'- and beta-positions are described. X-ray diffraction analyses proved the structures of two synthesized isomeric pairs of OMCPs and NC-OMCPs. The addition of anions to solutions of chromogenic OMCPs and NC-OMCPs resulted in different colors suggesting different anion-binding behaviors. The chromogenic NC-OMCPs showed significantly stronger anion-induced color changes compared to the corresponding chromogenic OMCP, and the absorption spectroscopy titrations indicated that chromogenic OMCPs and NC-OMCPs also possess different anion binding selectivity. Detailed NMR studies revealed that this rather unusual feature stems from a different anion-binding mode in OMCPs and NC-OMCPs, one where the beta-pyrrole C-H of the inverted pyrrole moiety participates in the hydrogen-bonded anion-NC-OMCP complex. Preliminary colorimetric microassays using synthesized chromogenic calixpyrroles embedded in partially hydrophilic polyurethane matrices allow for observation of analyte-specific changes in color when the anions are administered in the form of their aqueous solutions and in the presence of weakly competing anions.     

The Anion Binding Affinity Determines the Strength of Anion Specificities of Thermosensitive Polymers

In this work,we demonstrate that the strength of anion specificities of thermosensitive polymers is determined by the affinity ofdirect anion binding to the polymers.We have prepared a series of thermosensitive statistical copolymers with distinct thermoresponsive behaviors.The anions can specifically interact with the different types of thermosensitive polymers in very different strengths.A similar strength of specific anion effects on thermoresponsive behaviors can be observed at very different salt concentrations for the different types of thermosensitive polymers.A stronger anion binding to the thermosensitive polymers gives rise to a more obvious anion specificity and vice versa.The work presented here opens up opportunities for the application of ion binding affinity to modulate the strength of ion specificities of thermosensitive polymers.     

硫脲类阴离子受体的研究进展

阴离子识别是超分子化学研究的重要内容之一,其关键环节是构筑可识别阴离子的结合受体,后者以非共价键力如静电作用、疏水作用、氢键等与阴离子结合.本文详细评述了近5年来硫脲类阴离子识别受体的设计、结构及其阴离子识别作用的研究进展.