Abstract
The catalytic nature of self-assembled metal-organic polyhedra gives an entirely new dimension to the reactivity and properties of molecules within a well-defined confined space. Encapsulation of a range of guests brings about not only host-guest interactions but also gives rise to unusual reactivities with selectivity and stabilization of various reactive intermediates. This review briefly covers the synthesis of self-assembled metal-organic polyhedra and elaborates their influence in different chemical reactions as well as in the stabilization of unstable chemical species.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Advanced Synthesis and Catalysis |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Accepted/In press - 2015 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Catalysts
- Host-guest systems
- Metal-organic polyhedra
- Non-covalent interactions
- Self-assembly
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Catalysis
- Organic Chemistry