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Researchers successfully synthesized single-crystalline covalent organic frameworks (COFs) featuring twelve-connected nanographene nodes, representing the highest connectivity achieved in COFs at the time. The structure was formed through imine condensation reactions between hexaaminotriphenylene derivatives and terephthalaldehyde linkers, creating highly ordered three-dimensional porous networks. X-ray crystallographic analysis confirmed the precise atomic arrangement and demonstrated exceptional structural regularity in these materials.
Why it matters
High-connectivity COFs with single-crystalline quality enable more accurate structure determination and potentially superior properties for applications in gas storage, separation, catalysis, and electronic devices. The achievement of twelve-connected nodes expands the architectural possibilities for designing complex porous materials with enhanced stability and functionality.
Source: [ASAP] Single-Crystalline Twelve-Connected Nanographene-Based Covalent Organic Frameworks