Synthesis and Crystal Structure of Co(DMSO)2(H2O)2(SCN)2 with One-dimensional Hydrogen-bonded Structure (DMSO = Dimethylsulfoxide)

1 INTRODUCTION The development of supramolecular complexes has recently attracted considerable attention due to the fundamental interest in self-assembly processes of transition-metal complexes, supramolecular che- mistry and crystal engineering[1]. The ultimate goal is to gain control in order to direct their function[2]. Self-assembly through coordination and nonco- valent interactions such as hydrogen bonds, aromatic π···π stacking, steric repulsion and Van der Waals forces leads …     

One-dimensional Copper(II) Complex Constructed with Nitrate Counter-anion as Bitopic Connector

The design and synthesis of supramolecular structures has become an area of intense research in recent two decades.By carefully choosing the ions and ligands,frameworks with interesting and desirable properties can be created1-2.Essence of supramolecular chemistry is the self-assembly process of diversified interactions,such as metal-ligand coordination,hydrogen bonding,π-πstacking,etc.In contrast to the well-studied metal ions and ligands,there are relatively few examples about anionic func…     

Advances on supramolecular assembly of cyclometalated platinum(Ⅱ) complexes

Organoplatinum(Ⅱ) compounds have received enormous attention over the past decades due to their square-planar geometry as well as intriguing photo-physical properties.Self-assembly has emerged as an excellent approach to create well-ordered supramolecular architectures with tunable properties,which underpin the role of solvent-directed approach for the design of functional materials.In this minireview,the recent advances on supramolecular self-assembly of cyclometalated platinum(Ⅱ) complexes have been discussed.During the self-assembly process,non-covalent Pt-Pt and π-π interactions play crucial roles in controlling the structures and functions of the resulting assemblies.     

Synthesis and Crystal Structure of a 2-D Framework Supramolecular Complex [Cd2（phen）2（adip）（NO3）2]

1 INTRODUCTION In the design of crystal molecule, inorganic crystal engineering is one of the focused fields that are ever developing[1]. The introduction of different metal ions and bridging ligands often gives rise to novel physical and chemical properties[2~4]. Conse- quently, the supramolecular compounds constructed from weak interactions, such as hydrogen bond, π-π stacking, C–H???O interaction, ion-π interaction and hy- drophobing interaction, have become the new focus of cryst…     

Synthesis and Structural Characterization of a New Cadmium(II) Complex with a Double Betaine

1 INTRODUCTION The construction of supramolecular aggregates has received much attention due to their intriguing network topologies and potential functions as new classes of materials[1, 2]. Multiple noncovalent interac- tions, such as hydrogen bonds, π-π stacking and host- guest ionic interactions, play important roles in the supramolecular assembly of metal ions and organic ligands[3, 4]. In this context the multidentate ligands with conjugated groups are employed as building blocks in…     

Syntheses,Crystal Structures and Intermolecular Interactions of Cu（II） Complexes with Methyl- benzoic Acid （MBA） and 1,10-Phenanthroline

Two cupric complexes containing methylbenzoic acid have been prepared and crystallized by solvent evaporation method in DMF. The single-crystal X-ray crystallographic analysis reveals that they are dicaryon complexes. Complex I with formula of [Cu2（m- MBA）4DMF2] crystallizes in monoclinic with space group of P21/c and complex 2 with formula of [Cuz（o-MBA）ffo-phen）2]·NO3·H2O crystallizes in triclinic with space group of P I. The weak interactions including C-H...O hydrogen bonds, C-H…π interactions and π-π stacking in the structures of two complexes are observed from the X-ray crystallographic data. In addition, there are still classical hydrogen bonds in 2. The different strength of intermolecular interaction in the structure is reflected on their different thermal stability measured by thermal gravimetric analysis and 2D-1R correlation spectroscopy of two complexes. The study of weak interactions is meaningful to provide supporting data for supramolecular chemistry theory and potential applications in molecular biology.     

Syntheses,Crystal Structures and Catalytic Properties of Copper(Ⅱ) and Cobalt(Ⅱ) Complexes Containing 5,6-Dimethylbenzimidazole

Two new complexes, [Cu(DMB)2(NAA)2](1) and [Co(DMB)2(NAA)2](2)(DMB = 5,6-dimethylbenzimidazole, HNNA = 1-naphthylacetic acid), were hydrothermally synthesized and characterized by elemental analysis, IR spectroscopy, TGA, PXRD and single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis. The coordination geometry of the metal centers is a perfect square plane for 1 and a distorted tetrahedron for 2. In compound 1, the mononuclear units are linked by N–H···O hydrogen bonds to form a 1D chain structure, while mononuclear motifs of 2 are extended via N–H···O hydrogen bonding and π-π stacking interactions into a 2D supramolecular layer. The remarkable catalytic properties of the two complexes for the degradation of Congo red dye have been found.     

Synthesis and Crystal Structure of catena-Poly[bis-(benzimidazole)cobalt(II) μ-Phthalato]

1 INTRODUCTION Chemists have recognized that intermolecular inter- actions are the basis of functional properties for most molecular assembles, and detailed understan- ding of non-covalent chemistry is therefore funda- mental to interpreting and predicting the relation- ship between structure and function. Among intermo- lecular interactions, the π-π stacking between aro- matic rings is correlated with the electron transfer process in some biological systems[1], and the nature of π-π s…     

Molecular and Supramolecular Structures of a Nickel（Ⅱ） Complex with a Macrocyclic Ligand

1 INTRODUCTION The knowledge of all non-covalent interactions, such as strong and weak hydrogen bonds and p…p interactions, is important to the supramolecular chemistry, biochemistry, crystal engineering and material science[1～7]. Several mononuclear complexes of macrocyclic oxamido Schiff base ligands with phenyls have been used as 揷omplex ligands?to design polynuclear complexes[8～11]. Herein we report the molecular and crystal structures, CH贩稯 hy- drogen bonding and p…p stacki…     

π—πStacking Force in the Solid Structure of Mixed—Metal complexes：Zn（phen）2MS4（M=W,Mo）

1 INTRDUCTION Supramolecular chemistry of coordination compounds is the subject of intense research in recent years[1a]. Besides covalent bond, some weaker intermolecular interactions such as S…S con- tacts[1b], weak coordination, hydrogen bonding and pp stacking[1c] are efficient organising forces in supramolecular architecture. The properties of solid state materials may be quite different from those of isolated molecule due to the intermolecular interaction. In previous work[1d], we …     

The open-close mechanism of M2 channel protein in influenza A virus:A computational study on the hydrogen bonds and cation-π interactions among His37 and Trp41

The M2 protein from influenza A virus is a tetrameric ion channel. It was reported that the permeation of the ion channel is correlated with the hydrogen bond network among His37 residues and the cation-π interactions between His37 and Trp41. In the present study,the hydrogen bonding network of 4-methyl-imidazoles was built to mimic the hydrogen bonds between His37 residues,and the cation-π interactions between 4-methyl-imidazolium and indole systems were selected to represent the interac-tions between His37 and Trp41. Then,quantum chemistry calculations at the MP2/6-311G level were carried out to explore the properties of the hydrogen bonds and the cation-π interactions. The calcula-tion results indicate that the binding strength of the N-H···N hydrogen bond between imidazole rings is up to -6.22 kcal·mol-1,and the binding strength of the strongest cation-π interaction is up to -18.8 kcal·mol-1(T-shaped interaction) or -12.3 kcal·mol-1(parallel stacking interaction). Thus,the calcu-lated binding energies indicate that it is possible to control the permeation of the M2 ion channel through the hydrogen bond network and the cation-π interactions by altering the pH values.     

Synthesis and Crystal Structure of a Novel Three-dimensional Supramolecular Compound [（AgI3）（4-HBPFA）2（H2O）]

1 INTRODUCTION In recent years, the rational design and synthesisof metal-directed supramolecular frameworks throughintermolecular hydrogen bonds, π-π stacking interac-tion or other weak interactions have received muchattention because of their interesting molecular topo-logies and various potential applications in catalysis,superconductor, magnetism, nonlinear optics, sen-sors and molecular recognition[1～4]. On the otherhand, the attachment of mono- or polypyridyl frag-ments to a ferr…     

Synthesis,Crystal Structure and Fluorescent Properties of Silver and Cadmium Complexes

Two new complexes [Ag(bix)]n·n NAA·n H_2O(1) and [Cd(NAA)(phen)_2(H_2O)]2· 2CH_3COO-·H_2O(2)(bix = 1,4-bis(imidazol-1-ylmethyl)benzene,HNAA = α-naphthylacetic acid,phen = 1,10-phenanthroline) have been successfully synthesized under hydrothermal conditions.Their structures have been determined by elemental analyses,IR spectroscopy,TG and single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis.The intermolecular hydrogen bonding or π-π stacking interactions extend the complexes into a 3D supramolecular structure.Moreover,the luminescent properties of complex 2 have been investigated in the solid state.     

Structures and Photoluminescent Properties of Two Complexes Based on Dipyrido[3,2-a:2?,3?-c]phenazine and 2,4?-Biphenyldicarboxylic Acid

ABSTRAC Two new complexes [Cd(2,4?-bpdc)(DPPZ)]_(2n)·n H_2O(1) and [Zn(2,4?-Hbpdc)_2(DPPZ)]· H_2O(DPPZ = dipyrido[3,2-a:2?,3?-c]phenazine, 2,4?-H_2bpdc = 2,4?-biphenyldicarboxylic acid) have been hydrothermally synthesized. The structure of complex 1 was determined by single-crystal X-ray diffraction diffraction and further characterized by elemental analysis, IR spectrum, powder X-ray diffraction(XRD) and single-crystal X-ray diffraction. Complex 1 has 1D chains, which are further connected by π-π stacking interactions of neighbouring chains, generating a steady 3D supramolecular structure. Complex 2 shows the isolated mononuclear units, which are further extended to a 2D supramolecular layered structure through π-π stacking interactions and hydrogen bonds. Furthermore, complexes 1 and 2 exhibit green photoluminescent properties at room temperature.     

Supramolecular polymers fabricated by orthogonal self-assembly based on multiple hydrogen bonding and macrocyclic host–guest interactions

Supramolecular polymers constructed by orthogonal self-assembly based on multiple hydrogen bonding and macrocyclic host-guest interactions have received increasing attention due to their elegant structures,outstanding properties,and potential applications.Hydrogen bonding endows these supramolecular polymers with good adaptability and reversibility,while macrocyclic host-guest interactions give them good selectivity and versatile stimuli-responsiveness.Therefore,functional supramolecular polymers fabricated by these two highly specific,noninterfering interactions in an orthogonal way have shown wide applications in the fields of molecular machines,electronics,soft materials,etc.In this review,we discuss the recent advances of functional supramolecular polymers fabricated by orthogonal self-assembly based on multiple hydroge n bonding and host-guest interactions.In particular,we focus on crown ether-and pillar[n]arene-based supramolecular polymers due to their compatibility with multiple hydrogen bonds in organic solution.The fabrication strategies,interesting properties,and potential applications of these advanced supramolecular materials are mainly concerned.     

Syntheses,Structures,and Properties of Three New Polymers Based on Flexible and Rigid Ligands

Three new supramolecular polymers, [(IP)(H_2SO_4)(H_2O)](1), [(H_2SDC)(BPA)](2) and [Mn(SDC)(IP)_2]_n (3), have been constructed by three modes(rigid IP, rigid SDC + flexible BPA, rigid IP + rigid SDC). Polymers 1 and 2 are supramolecular structures, assembled by hydrogen bonds and π···π interactions. X-ray structure analysis of 3 shows waved 1D chains which form a 3D supramolecular network by hydrogen bonds and π···π interactions. Solid-state properties of thermal stability, luminescent properties, and X-ray powder diffractions for these crystalline materials have also been investigated, and polymer 3 is considered to be a good stable luminescence material.     

π-π interactions in the self-assembly of melamine and barbituric acid derivatives

Self-assembly of a pair of complementary molecular components, 5-(4-dodecyloxyben-zylidene)-(1H,3H)-2,4,6-pyrimidinetrione (PB12) and 4-amino-2,6-didodecylamino-1, 3, 5-triazine (M12) was studied by cyclic voltammogram, surface photovoltage spectroscopy, fluorescence spectroscopy, FTIR and X-ray diffraction. It is found that after mixing equimolar amount of PB12 and M12 at room temperature, not only triply complementary hydrogen bonds are formed between PB12 and M12 but also further self-assembly of the supermolecules based on network of hydrogen bonds occurs via π-π interactions. During the self-assembly of the supermolecules, π-π interactions are induced by delocalized interactions between the HOMO of M12 and the LUMO of PB12, resulting in the formation of a supramolecular nanotube with a layered structure bearing a d value of 0.41 nm and PB12 and M12are arranged alternatively between adjacent supermolecules.     

Structural Determination of Bis-histidinopeptide Zinc Complexes by 15N NMR (HMBC) Spectra

Polynitrogen receptors such as bis-histidine peptides possess strong ability to bind metals, which play much important roles in medicinal, bioinorganic, bioorganic, biomimetic and supramolecular chemistry. In order to investigate the interaction of these hosts with a variety of neutral, cationic and anionic guests, several techniques, for example, NMR,potentiometric tirations and monocrystal X-ray diffraction have been employed. Among them NMR is a powerful technique for unraveling the structure of polynitrogen receptors as long as they are in solution where the rapid tumbling of molecules averages out the anisotropies such as chemical shift and dipole-dipole interactions. General 1H NMR approach has been widely used for the study of host-guest interaction, but it is difficult for the accurate measurement in complexes structures, particularly metal complexes structures in which how the polynitrogen receptors bind metal, and which nitrogen binds metal and so on.     

Two Metal Ion-controlled Zn(Ⅱ)/Cd(Ⅱ) Coordination Polymers Based on 1,3,5-Benzenetricarboxylic Acid

Two new coordination polymers {[Zn(Hbtc)(bpyb)]·H_2O}n(1) and {[Cd(Hbtc)-(bpyb)_(1.5)]·0.5 bpyb}_n(2)(H_3btc = 1,3,5-benzenetricarboxylic acid, bpyb = 1,4-bis(4-pyridyl)benzene) have been synthesized under hydrothermal conditions. The two compounds were characterized by elemental analysis, IR spectroscopy, and X-ray single-crystal diffraction. Compound 1 displays a 2-fold interpenetrating 3D supramolecular architecture through O–H···N/O hydrogen bonds and π-π stacking interactions. Compound 2 exhibits a 2D→3D polycatenated structure, which is further stabilized by O–H···N hydrogen bonds. The results indicate that the metal ion has significant effects on the formation and structure of the resulted coordination polymers. Furthermore, thermal stability and photoluminescent properties of 1 and 2 are also discussed in detail.     

Multicomponent Self-assembly:Spontaneous Formation of a Metallomacrocycle from Two Quinoline Based Linear Ligands and Four Silver(Ⅰ) Nitrates

Using metal ions to control the self-assembly of metallosupramolecules of varying architecture is one of the fascinating developments in supramolecular chemistry[1,2],particularly those concerned with the deliberate construction of molecular aggregates,like helices,rotaxanes,catenanes,knots,cages[3～6] and the crystal engineering of two or three dimensional networks with varied topology and interpenetration[7～10].Coordination bonds have proved themselves to be one of the most useful connectors in supramolecular self-assembly due to their versatile geometrical modes(e.g.linear,trigonal,square plane,tetrahedral,octahedral) in bond formations.By careful design of tailored ligands,various novel supramolecular architectures have been constructed.Recently,angular bi- or tridentate and other polydentate ligands have aroused a special interest,and a variety of molecular squares,boxes and cages[1～14] with internal cavity or void have been reported,in which many nanoscale structures are formed[6,15,16].We have been interested in the construction of metal based supramolecular structures with polydentate ligands[17～20] and herein report a new metallomacrocyclic complex assembled from two linear polydentate ligands and silver(Ⅰ) nitrate.