Abstract
Two new metal-organic framework (MOF) materials based on boron-rich cluster struts (p-carborane) are reported herein. Cu(I) catalyzed coupling chemistry was used to synthesize carboxylate-based ligands, which are substantially longer than the previously studied dicarboxylated p-carborane, leading to structures with greater porosity. Solvothermal syntheses involving these ligands and Zn salts were used to prepare two new Zn(II)-based MOFs with 2D and 3D open framework structures. Upon thermal activation, these MOFs retain the chemical identity of their frameworks, leading to highly porous materials.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 266-271 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Inorganica Chimica Acta |
Volume | 364 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Dec 15 2010 |
Keywords
- Carboranes
- Coordination polymers
- MOFs
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Physical and Theoretical Chemistry
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Materials Chemistry