Construction of three new metal-organic frameworks with distinct SBUs: trinuclear {Cd3(COO)6} clusters,inorganic -Cd-O-Cd- chains,and heterometallic trinuclear {Cd2Ba(COO)4} clusters

Three metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), [Cd₃(OABDC)₂(e-urea)₄]_n (1), [Cd₃(OABDC)₂(H₂O)₅)]_n (2) and [Cd₂Ba(OABDC)₂(H₂O)₇]_n (3) (H₃OABDC = 5-oxyacetate isophthalic acid, e-urea = 2-imidazolidinone), were prepared using H₃OABDC and metal salts. Single-crystal X-ray diffraction analyses reveal that 1 features a 2-D layered structure constructed from trinuclear {Cd₃(COO)₆} SBUs and represents a (3,6)-connected kgd topology. Compounds 2 and 3 are 3-D inorganic–organic hybrid frameworks; 2 employs infinite inorganic –Cd–O–Cd– chains as SBUs, whereas (3,6)-connected ant-type 3 employs heterometallic trinuclear {Cd₂Ba(COO)₄} clusters as SBUs. The structures of these three compounds indicate that the SBUs play an important role in the construction of MOFs. Moreover, the thermal stabilities and solid-state photoluminescent properties of these three compounds have also been investigated.     

Architectural diversity of six coordination compounds based on (S)-(+)-mandelic acid and different N-donor auxiliary ligands: syntheses,structures, and luminescent properties

Six transition metal coordination compounds with H₂mand and different N-donor ligands, [Co(Hmand)₂(2,2′-bipy)]·H₂O (1), [Ni(Hmand)₂(2,2′-bipy)]·H₂O (2), [Ni(Hmand)₂(bpe)] (3), [Zn(Hmand)₂(2,4′-bipy)(H₂O)]·2H₂O (4), [Zn(Hmand)(bpe)(H₂O)]_n[(ClO₄)]_n·nH₂O (5), and [Zn(Hmand)(4,4′-bipy)(H₂O)]_n[(ClO₄)]_n (6), were synthesized under different conditions (H₂mand = (S)-(+)-mandelic acid, bpe = 1,2-di(4-pyridyl)ethane, 4,4′-bipy = 4,4′-bipyridine, 2,4′-bipy = 2,4′-bipyridine, 2,2′-bipy = 2,2′-bipyridine). Their structures were determined by single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis and further characterized by elemental analysis, infrared spectra, thermogravimetric analysis, powder X-ray diffraction, and circular dichroism. Compounds 1 and 2 are isostructural (0-D structures), which are extended to supramolecular 1-D chains by hydrogen bonding. Compound 3 exhibits 1-D straight chain structures, which are further linked via hydrogen bond interactions to generate a 3-D supramolecular architecture. Compound 4 displays a discrete molecular unit. Neighboring units are further linked by hydrogen bonds and π–π interactions to form a 3-D supramolecular architecture. Compound 5 displays a 2-D undulated network, further extended into a 3-D supramolecular architecture through hydrogen bond interactions. Compound 6 possesses a 2-D sheet structure. Auxiliary ligands and counteranions play an important role in the formation of final frameworks, and the hydrogen-bonding interactions and π–π stacking interactions contributed to the formation of the diverse supramolecular architectures. Compounds 1, 2, 4, 5, and 6 crystallize in chiral space groups, with the circular dichroism spectra exhibiting positive cotton effects. Furthermore, the luminescent properties of 4–6 have been examined in the solid state at room temperature, and the different crystal structures influence emission spectra significantly.     

Cd(II) and Cu(II) coordination polymers based on a multidentate N-donor ligand: syntheses,crystal structures,optical band gaps,and photoluminescence

Four Cd(II)- and Cu(II)-containing coordination polymers (CPs) based on a multidentate N-donor ligand and varied dicarboxylate anions, [Cd(3,3′-tmbpt)(p-bdc)]·2.5H₂O (1), [Cd(3,3′-tmbpt)(m-bdc)]·2H₂O (2), [Cu(3,3′-tmbpt)(m-bdc)]·H₂O (3), and [Cu(3,3′-tmbpt)(p-bdc)]·2H₂O (4), where 3,3′-tmbpt = 1 ? ((1H-1,2,4-triazol-1-yl)methyl)-3,5-bis(3-pyridyl)-1,2,4-triazole, p-H₂bdc = 1,4-benzenedicarboxylic acid, and m-H₂bdc = 1,3-benzenedicarboxylic acid, have been prepared hydrothermally. The structures of the compounds were determined by single-crystal X-ray diffraction analyses and further characterized by infrared spectra and elemental analyses. Compound 1 exhibits a 3-D twofold interpenetrating framework with a 6⁵·8 CdSO₄ topology. Compound 2 is a 2-D layer containing meso-helical chains with a 4⁴·6² sql topology. Compound 3 shows a 1-D → 3-D interdigitated architecture while 4 displays a 2-D → 3-D interdigitated architecture. The structural differences of the compounds indicate that the dicarboxylate anions and the central metal ions play important roles in the resulting structures of CPs. Optical band gaps and solid-state photoluminescent properties have also been studied.     

A series of 1-D, 2-D and 3-D coordination polymers self-assembled from a flexible dicarboxylate and mixed N-donor ligands: syntheses,structural diversity,and luminescent properties

We have synthesized a series of metal–organic coordination frameworks under solvothermal conditions, formulated as [Cu(L)(phen)](1), [Co₂(L)₂(bib)]·CH₃OH(2), [Co(L)(btmb)_0.5](3), [Zn(L)(bib)]·2H₂O(4), [Cu(L)(bib)]·DMF(5), and [Mn₄(L)₄(bimb)(CH₃OH)](6) based on a flexible multicarboxylic bridging ligand 4,4′-methylenebis(oxy)-dibenzoic acid (H₂L) and flexible N-donor ligands 1,4-bis (1H-imidazol-1-yl)-butane (bib), 1,4-bis(1H-1,2,4-triazol- 1-ylmethyl)benzene (btmb), and 1,4-bis(1H-imidazol-1-ylmethyl)benzene (bimb). The structures of the frameworks have been determined by single-crystal X-ray diffraction analyses and further characterized by elemental analyses, IR spectra, and thermogravimetric analyses. The crystal structure determinations reveal that 1 has a 1-D Z-shape chain. Compounds 2 and 3 are 2-D twofold parallel interpenetrating 4-connected net with the Schläfli symbol {4⁴·6²}. Compound 4 is a 2-D threefold parallel interpenetrating 4-connected nets with the Schläfli symbol {4⁴·6²}. Compound 5 is 3-D 4-connected net with the Schläfli symbol {6⁵·8}. Compound 6 is characterized by a three-dimensional framework with one-dimensional homogeneous Mn-carboxylate chain. We found that flexible carboxylate ligands have different coordination modes under different synthetic conditions. The flexible skeleton of ligands and the coordination angle between the ligand and the metal ion is described. The luminescence and thermogravimetric properties of these compounds have been investigated.     

Syntheses,characterizations, crystal structures,antibacterial and SOD-like activities of nickel(II) and copper(II) complexes with 2-((Z)-(4-methoxyphenylimino)methyl)-4,6-dichlorophenol

Three mononuclear nickel(II) and copper(II) complexes, [Ni(L)₂(py)₂] (1), [Ni(L)₂(DMF)(H₂O)] (2), and [Cu(L)₂] (3), where HL = 2-((Z)-(4-methoxyphenylimino)methyl)-4,6-dichlorophenol, py = pyridine and DMF = N,N-dimethylformamide, have been synthesized and their structures determined by single crystal X-ray analysis. Complexes 1–3 crystallized in the monoclinic system of the space groups C2/c, P2_1/n, and P2_1/c, respectively. The crystal structures of 1 and 2 present an octahedral geometry at the metal center and 3 shows a square-planar geometry. The FT-IR spectra, UV–vis spectra, and magnetic susceptibility measurements agree with the observed crystal structures. EPR spectra indicate a d_x2–y2 ground state (g_|| > g_⊥ > 2.0023 and A_|| > A_⊥) for 3 at RT and LNT. The results of simultaneous TG-DTA analyses of 1 and 3 showed the final degradation products are NiO for 1 and CuO for 3. The Schiff base (HL) behaves as monobasic bidentate ligand possessing N and O donor atoms. Electrochemical properties for the complexes are similar and involve two irreversible redox processes. Complex 3 exhibits the ability to inhibit jack bean urease, although its Schiff base has no ability to inhibit urease. Complex 1 exhibits more active scavenging effects against O₂^? than HL, 2 and 3 under the same conditions. Antibacterial screening activities of these complexes were also investigated.     

Four Cu(II)/Co(II) coordination polymers based on N,N′-di(3-pyridyl)sebacicdiamide: influence of different carboxylate ancillary ligands on structures and properties

Four Cu(II)/Co(II) coordination polymers, [Cu(L)(BDC)(H₂O)]·3H₂O (1), [Cu(L)(DNBA)₂] (2), [Co(L)₂(DNBA)₂] (3), and [Co(L)(NIPH)(H₂O)]·H₂O (4) (H₂BDC = 1,4-benzenedicarboxylic acid, HDNBA = 3,5-dinitrobenzoic acid, H₂NIPH = 5-nitroisophthalic acid, L = N,N′-di(3-pyridyl)sebacicdiamide), have been synthesized under hydrothermal conditions. The structures of 1–4 have been determined by single-crystal X-ray diffraction analyses and 1–4 were further characterized by infrared spectroscopy and thermogravimetric analyses. Complex 1 is a 2-D polymeric layer with a 4-connected sql topology. Complex 2 displays a 1-D zigzag chain. Complex 3 possesses a 1-D double-chain structure. Complex 4 exhibits a ribbon chain based on the 1-D [Co–L]_nmeso-helical chain. Adjacent layers for 1 and adjacent chains for 2–4 are further linked by hydrogen bonding or π–π stacking interactions to form 3-D supramolecular networks. The differences of carboxylates and metal ions show significant effect on the ultimate architectures of the four complexes. Thermal stabilities, fluorescent properties and photocatalytic activities of 1–4 were also studied.     

Ni(II) and Cu(II) complexes of new unsymmetrical N2O2 Schiff bases derived from 3-(2-aminobenzylimino)-1-phenylbutan-1-ol: synthesis,structure, antibacterial properties,and electrochemistry

Two new N₂O₂ unsymmetrical Schiff bases, H₂L¹ = 3-[({o-[(E)-(o-hydroxyphenyl)methylideneamino]phenyl}methyl)imino]-1-phenyl-1-buten-1-ol and H₂L² = 3-[({o-[(E)-(2-hydroxy-1-naphthyl)methylideneamino]phenyl}methyl)imino]-1-phenyl-1-buten-1-ol, and their copper(II) and nickel(II) complexes, [CuL¹] (1), [CuL²] (2), [NiL¹] (3), and [NiL²] (4), have been synthesized and characterized by elemental analyses and spectroscopic methods. The crystal structures of these complexes have been determined by X-ray diffraction. The coordination geometry around Cu(II) and Ni(II) centers is described as distorted square planar in all complexes with the CuN₂O₂ coordination more distorted than the Ni ones. The electrochemical studies of these complexes indicate a good correlation between the structural distortion and the redox potentials of the metal centers. The ligand and metal complexes were also screened for their in vitro antibacterial activity.     

Synthesis,structures, and urease inhibition of nickel(II), zinc(II), and cobalt(II) complexes with similar hydroxy-rich Schiff bases

Four new nickel(II), zinc(II), and cobalt(II) complexes, [Zn(L¹)₂]?·?H₂O (1), [Ni(L¹)₂]?·?H₂O (2), [Ni(L²)₂] (3), and [Co(L³)₂]?·?H₂O (4), derived from hydroxy-rich Schiff bases 2-{[1-(5-chloro-2-hydroxyphenyl)methylidene]amino}-2-methylpropane-1,3-diol (HL¹), 2-{[1-(2-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)methylidene]amino}-2-ethylpropane-1,3-diol (HL²), and 2-{[1-(5-bromo-2-hydroxyphenyl)methylidene]amino}-2-methylpropane-1,3-diol (HL³) have been synthesized and characterized by elemental analyses, infrared spectroscopy, and single-crystal X-ray determination. Each metal in the complexes is six-coordinate in a distorted octahedral coordination. The Schiff bases coordinate to the metal atoms through the imino N, phenolate O, and one hydroxyl O. In the crystal structures of HL¹ and the complexes, molecules are linked through intermolecular O–H···O hydrogen bonds, forming 1-D chains. The urease inhibitory activities of the compounds were evaluated and molecular docking study of the compounds with the Helicobacter pylori urease was performed.     

Influence of metal complex formation on the antimicrobial activity of nifuroxazide: spectroscopic,electrochemical, and DFT studies

[M(HL)₂] complexes (M = Co(II) (1), Ni(II) (2), and Cu(II) (3); H₂L = 4-hydroxybenzoic[(5-nitro-2-furanyl)methylene]hydrazide acid, nifuroxazide) were synthesized, characterized (by elemental analysis, TG, IR, UV–vis., EPR, magnetic, and conductance measurements) and tested for their antimicrobial activities. H₂L is a mono-negative bidentate ligand via hydrazone N and C–O^? forming intermediate complexes between tetrahedral and square-planar geometries (“flattened” tetrahedron, D_2d symmetry) for 1 and 2, as well as square-planar for Cu(II) complex 3. Natural bond orbital analysis revealed that the interaction of oxygen with metal ion is the main factor which determines the stability of 1–3 as the binding energy decreases with an increase in the M–O bond length. Time-dependent density functional theory calculations were carried out to understand the electronic transitions in related experimental observations. The reduction potential values of the nitro group are affected by the metal center. Ni(II) complex 2 displayed the highest activity among the tested complexes against Escherichia coli with a MIC₅₀ value of 0.098 μmol mL^?1 compared with 0.131 (1) and 0.117 μmol mL^?1 (3).     

New Ni(II) complexes involving symmetrical bidentate N,O-donor Schiff base ligands: synthesis at ambient temperature,crystal structures,electrochemical study,antioxidant and cytotoxic activities

A new series of Ni(II) complexes, [Ni(L¹)₂] (1), [Ni(L²)₂] (2), [Ni(L³)₂] (3), and [Ni(L⁴)₂] (4), were synthesized at ambient temperature. The bidentate Schiff base ligands HL^1?4 have been obtained by the condensation reaction of 2-hydroxybenzaldehyde, 5-bromo-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde, 3-methoxy-2-hydroxy-benzaldehyde, and 4-methoxy-2-hydroxy-benzaldehyde, respectively, with 2-methoxyethylamine. The newly synthesized complexes were characterized by elemental analyses, FT-IR and UV–vis spectroscopy. The crystal structures of mononuclear Ni(II) complexes 2 and 3 were determined by the single-crystal X-ray diffraction technique. Electrochemical properties of the complexes were investigated in acetonitrile. The antioxidant properties of the Schiff base ligands and complexes were evaluated by two in vitro tests, DPPH radical scavenging and reducing power. The compounds were screened for their in vitro anticancer potential using gastric cancer cell lines by MTT assay. All ligands and complexes showed considerable cytotoxic activity against cancer cell lines (IC₅₀ = 0.2516–5.468 μg·mL^?1). The most promising result was achieved for complex 1 with the best IC₅₀ value of 0.2516 μg·mL^?1. It was found that the proliferation rate of MKN-45 cells decreased after treatment with the complexes in a dose-dependent way.     

Synthesis,characterization, and structural determination of copper(II) complexes with alkyl derivatives of hydroxybenzophenones

Four mononuclear copper(II) complexes, [Cu(LFQM-115)₂] (1), [Cu(LFQM-116)₂] (2), [Cu(LFQM-117)₂] (3) and [Cu(octyloxy)₂] (4) [LFQM-115 = 2-hydroxy-4-O-methylbenzophenone (C₁₄H₁₁O₃), LFQM-116 = 2-hydroxy-4-O-butylbenzophenone (C₁₇H₁₈O₃), LFQM-117 = 2-hydroxy-4-O-(33-dimethylallyl)benzophenone (C₁₈H₁₈O₃) and octyloxy = 2-hydroxy-4-O-octylbenzophenone (C₂₁H₂₅O₃)], have been prepared and investigated by infrared spectroscopy, thermal analysis, and powder and single crystal X-ray diffraction. Even though the synthesis and infrared analysis of 1, 2, and 4 have been reported previously, their crystal structures were elucidated for the first time here. In addition, the crystal structures of LFQM-116 and LFQM-117 were also determined by single crystal X-ray diffraction. The pseudo-translational symmetry found in LFQM-116 and the isomorphism between LFQM-115 and LFQM-117 are discussed. The complexes were prepared from a reaction of copper(II) nitrate trihydrate and the respective ligand in a (1:2) molar ratio in methanol (for 1 and 2) or THF (for 3 and 4) with addition of NaOH. Furthermore, crystallographic studies show that each copper(II) exhibits a square planar geometry, coordinated by four oxygens of two ligands. The nature and crystal packing of the intermolecular interactions are discussed. Compounds 2 and 3 are isomorphic crystals and all structures have the same supramolecular synthon.     

Two cadmium compounds with adenine and carboxylate ligands: syntheses,structures and photoluminescence

Two cadmium(II) coordination compounds, [Cd₃(CH₃CO₂)₄(ad)₂(CH₃CN)₂]_n (1) and [Cd₃(5-SIP)₂(H-ad)₂(H₂O)₆]_n (2) (H-ad = adenine and 5-SIP = 5-sulfoisophthalate), were synthesized and characterized. Compound 1 features a two-dimensional (2-D) layered structure based on linear trinuclear [Cd₃(CH₃CO₂)₄] units bridged by monoanionic adenine ligands. In 2, the 5-SIP^3? ligands link Cd(II) ions to form a one-dimensional (1-D) ladder, which is further linked by neutral adenine ligands to give a 2-D layered structure. In both structures, the carboxylate ligands link Cd(II) ions to form low-dimensional structures, which are further connected by adenine ligands to give high-dimensional structures. Compounds 1 and 2 exhibit emissions centered at 382 and 416 nm, respectively, which can be attributed to the ligand centered π–π* transition.     

3D Heterometallic 3d–4f coordination polymers based on organodisulfonate ligand with isonicotinic acid as a co-ligand: synthesis,crystal structures,photoluminescent and magnetic properties

The hydrothermal reaction of rare earth nitrates, CuCN, 2,7-naphthalenedisulfonate (2,7-nds), and isonicotinic acid (Hina) affords a new family of 3-D heterometallic 3d–4f coordination polymers, [Ln₂Cu(2,7-nds)₂(ina)₄(H₂O)₄]·4H₂O (Ln = Nd (1), Sm (2), Eu (3), Gd (4); 2,7-nds = 2,7-naphthalenedisulfonate, Hina = isonicotinic acid). Complexes 1–4 are structurally characterized by single crystal X-ray diffraction, elemental analysis, FT-IR spectroscopy (IR), powder X-ray diffraction, and thermogravimetric analyses. X-ray crystal structure analyses reveal that 1–4 are isomorphous with dinuclear subunit [Sm₂(ina)₄] binding Cu ions to generate 2-D networks. Such 2-D networks are pillared by linking 2,7-nds ligands to result in the 3-D layer-pillared Ln(III)–Cu(II) coordination architectures. The valence of Cu salts changed in the reaction. In addition, the luminescence properties of 1–3 and the magnetic properties of 3 and 4 have also been investigated.     

Synthesis,characterization, and crystal structures of cobalt(II), copper(II), and zinc(II) complexes of a bidentate iminophenol

A bidentate iminophenol (HL = 2-((4-methoxyphenylimino)methyl)-4,6-di-tert-butylphenol derived from condensation of 4-methoxyaniline and 3,5-di-tert-butyl-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde) was mixed with divalent metal salts to form the corresponding mononuclear metal complexes [M^II(L)₂] (M = Co (1), Cu (2), and Zn (3)). The complexes are characterized by different spectroscopic and analytical tools. X-ray crystal structures of the complexes revealed homoleptic mononuclear complexes with MN₂O₂ coordination. The cobalt(II) (1) and zinc(II) (3) complexes display a pseudo-tetrahedral coordination geometry, whereas the copper(II) complex (2) exhibits a distorted square-planar coordination. The zinc(II) complex (3) emits at 460 nm with a twofold enhancement of emission with respect to the free iminophenol.     

Syntheses,structures, and fluorescent properties of four Co(II) coordination polymers based on 5-hydroxyisophthalic acid and structurally related bis(benzimidazole) ligands

Four cobalt(II) coordination polymers, {[Co(HO-BDC)(bbp)]}_n (1), {[Co(HO-BDC)(bmbp)₂]·(H₂O)₂}_n (2), {[Co(HO-BDC)(bbb)]}_n (3), and {[Co₂(HO-BDC)₂(bmbb)₂]·(H₂O)₃}_n (4), where HO-H₂BDC?=?5-hydroxyisophthalic acid, bbp = 1,3-bis(benzimidazol-1-yl)propane, bmbp = 1,3-bis(2-methyl-benzimidazol-1-yl)propane, bbb = 1,4-bis(benzimidazol-1-yl)butane, and bmbb = 1,4-bis(2-methyl-benzimidazol-1-yl)butane, have been synthesized and characterized by elemental analyses, IR spectra, single-crystal X-ray diffraction, thermogravimetric analyses, and fluorescence properties. Compounds 1 and 3 are 4-connected 2-D networks with (4⁴·6²) topology. Compound 2 is a 1-D chain, while 4 features a 1-D ladder. These 1-D and 2-D complexes are further connected by hydrogen bonds to form 3-D supramolecular architectures. Complexes 1–4 showed very strong yellow luminescence emission.     

Structural diversity controlled by alkali/alkaline earth metals for heterometallic AeI/AeII-ZnII coordination polymers based on 4-nitrobenzene-1,2-dicarboxylate

Six heterometallic Zn(II) coordination polymers, Zn(H₂O)₃(FNA) (1), [NH₄]₂[Zn(H₂O)₂(FNA)₂] (2), [ZnNa₂(FNA)₂]·3H₂O (3), [ZnK₂(FNA)₂]·H₂O (4), [ZnRb₂(FNA)₂]·2H₂O (5) and [ZnMg(FNA)₂]·4H₂O (6) (H₂FNA = 4-nitrobenzene-1,2-dicarboxylic acid), were synthesised by introducing different alkali/alkaline earth (Ae^I/Ae^II) metals. These complexes exhibit diverse structures with the different Ae^I/Ae^II metals used and distinct ligand coordination modes the ions provide. For 1 and 2, the Zn(II) centres with distorted octahedra are connected by FNA to form 1-D chain structures. The Zn(II) centres in 3–6 with distorted tetrahedra are linked by FNA to form 2-D anionic grid layers. For 3–5, these 2-D anionic grid layers are connected by alkali metal (Na, K and Rb) with the O–Ae^I–O connectivity to exhibit 3-D framework structures, while 6 features a 2-D Zn–Mg network. Luminescence properties of 1–6 have been investigated.     

Crystal structures,electrochemical properties,antioxidant screening and in vitro cytotoxic studies on four novel Cu(II) complexes of bidentate Schiff base ligands derived from 2-methoxyethylamine

Four novel Schiff base ligands and their copper(II) complexes, [Cu(L¹)₂] (1), [Cu(L²)₂] (2), [Cu(L³)₂] (3), and [Cu(L⁴)₂] (4), were synthesized and characterized by elemental analyses, FT-IR, and UV–Vis spectroscopy. The ligands were synthesized from the condensation of 2-methoxyethylamine with various salicylaldehyde derivatives (x-salicylaldehyde for HLⁿ, x = H (n = 1), 5-Br (n = 2), 3-OMe (n = 3), and 4-OMe (n = 4)). The molecular structures of 1, 2, and 3 were determined by the single crystal X-ray diffraction technique. The redox behavior studies of the complexes in acetonitrile display the electronic effects of the groups on the redox potential. The antioxidant activity of the Schiff base ligands and their Cu(II) complexes was evaluated using the 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) radical scavenging method and FRAP assay. Furthermore, the in vitro anticancer activity of compounds was screened, including MTT and migration assays against gastric cancer cell line (MKN-45). The results show that all ligands and complexes have antioxidant and anticancer activity in a concentration-dependent way.     

Synthesis,characterization, and solution behavior of mercury(II) chloride complexes with phosphine tellurides

The reaction of mercury(II) chloride with neutral phosphine telluride ligands (R₃PTe) produced new mercury(II) complexes, HgCl₂(R₃PTe)₂ [R = Me₂N (1), Et₂N (2), C₄H₈N (3), C₅H₁₀N (4) or ^n-Bu (5)]. Attempts to isolate the complex of HgCl₂ with the morpholinyl ligand, (OC₄H₈N)₃PTe, were unsuccessful. Complexes 1–5 have been characterized by elemental analyses, IR, and multinuclear (³¹P, ¹²⁵Te, and ¹⁹⁹Hg) NMR spectroscopy. The solution behavior of the complexes was investigated using variable temperature NMR spectroscopy in the presence of excess ligand and indicated fast ligand exchange on the NMR timescale at room temperature. The metal–ligand exchange barriers in these complexes were estimated to be in the range 8–11 kcal/mol. The results suggest that a slight change in the nature of the substituents on the phosphorus of the ligand can contribute considerably to the lability of the complex obtained. The NMR data are discussed and compared with those obtained for related phosphine chalcogenide systems.     

New polynuclear compounds based on N-benzyliminodipropionic acid: solution studies,synthesis, and X-ray crystal structures

Three new polynuclear compounds based on a dicarboxylic acid ligand are reported. In particular, two Cu(II) coordination compounds, [Cu₂(H₂O)₆(Hbzlidp)₂](CF₃SO₃)₂·2H₂O (1) and [Cu(NO₃)(Hbzlidp)]_∞ (2) (bzlidp^2? = N-benzyliminodipropionate anion), and a Ni(II) dinuclear compound, [Ni₂(H₂O)₄(bzlidp)₂] (3), were synthesized and characterized by IR spectroscopy, elemental analysis and single crystal X-ray diffraction. Different structures were obtained depending on the reaction conditions. The structural analyses reveal that 1 was formed by dinuclear [Cu₂(H₂O)₆(Hbzlidp)₂]²⁺ units built by two copper(II) ions joined through two Hbzlidp^? ligands, while 2 was formed by pairs of Cu(II) centers bridged by four syn,syn carboxylate groups to generate “paddle wheel” units. The dinuclear copper units are arranged in a rhombus type grid, in a 2-D layer structure. In both cases, the N was protonated and not coordinated to the metal center. Compound 3 was formed by [Ni₂(H₂O)₄(bzlidp)₂] neutral dinuclear units, with octahedral Ni(II) centers. Solution studies of the ligand–M(II) systems (M(II) = Mn, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, Cd, and Pb) were also carried out.     

Coumarin-naphthohydrazone ligand with a rare coordination mode to form Mn(II) and Co(II) 1-D coordination polymers: synthesis,characterization, and crystal structure

The hydrazone (E)-3-hydroxy-N’-(1-(2-oxo-2H-chromen-3-yl)ethylidene)-2-naphthohydrazide (H₂L) was synthesized from the reaction of 3-acetylcoumarin and 3-hydroxy-2-naphthoic hydrazide in methanol. Compounds [Mn(H₂L)(NO₃)₂(CH₃OH)]·CH₃OH (1a), [Mn(HL)(NO₃)(CH₃OH)]_n (1b), [Co(HL)(NO₃)(CH₃OH)]_n (2), and [Cu(HL)(NO₃)] (3) were obtained by reaction of an equimolar amount of H₂L with nitrate salts of Mn(II), Co(II), or Cu(II) in methanol. The reaction of ligand and Mn(NO₃)₂·4H₂O was also carried out in the presence of sodium azide which led to the 1-D coordination polymer, [Mn(HL)(N₃)(CH₃OH)]_n (4). All of the synthesized compounds were characterized by elemental analyses and spectroscopic methods. Single-crystal X-ray analysis of 1–4 indicated that H₂L is neutral (in 1a) or mononegative ligand (in 1b, 2, 3 and 4). In 1b, 2 and 4 the 1-D polymeric chain is found by a rare coordination mode of this kind of hydrazone ligand since the naphtholic oxygen is coordinated to the neighboring metal ions while the NH moiety of hydrazone remains intact, also confirmed by FT-IR spectroscopic studies. The thermal stability of 2 and 4 were also studied from 30–1000 °C.