Objective
New types of supramolecular receptors called heterocalixarenes have been designed. They involve cone-shaped macropolycyclic structures and are superior because of the use of heterocylcic building blocks instead of conventional phenolic groups.
Synthetic strategies to make these hollow compounds available will be developed. Guest molecule inclusion and host-guest recognition properties based on solution and solid state studies will be determined. Structural features and molecular dynamic properties will be explored, including computer calculations of the basket frameworks and their inclusion species.
Studies involving receptor, catalyst, extractant and chemical sensor applications, with reference to polluting substances and recovery metals, are being considered as the basis for potential high-tech uses.
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09596 Freiberg
Germany