Supramolecular chemistry concerns the structure and function of molecular assemblies formed through weak interactions. These complexes have found diverse applications in materials chemistry, nanoscience, catalysis, food sciences and medicine, and this has led to a rapid expansion in supramolecular chemistry research. With contributions from high profile international scientists working within the field, each book in the series covers a key concept for graduate level students and above interested in supramolecular chemistry and its diverse applications. The books are ideal for reference and as state-of-the art guides, and they aim to enable further developments of new applications through an understanding of the fundamentals and a comprehensive overview of the latest research.
Zusammenfassung
Membranes and Molecular Assemblies describes the wealth of membrane structures realized by chemists mainly within the last two decades - micelles, vesicles, fibres, and surface monolayers - from the point of view of supramolecular chemistry. It puts new emphasis on "synkinetic" procedures for the preparation of non-covalent assemblies as well as their structural characterization by electron microscopy, solid state NMR spectroscopy, and comparison to X-ray crystal structures. The supramolecular structure of well-defined molecular assemblies and their use as complex reaction systems is also emphasized. Stereoselective surface recognition, asymmetric membranes, vectorial photoreactions, solid molecular bilayers in the form of tubules or helical rods, and sealable nanopores in membranes or on electrode surfaces are a few outstanding examples. In addition, the importance of well-defined gaps on surfaces and within membranes and crystals is discussed in context for the first time. This book will provide a fascinating read for graduates, researchers, and teachers in bio-organic chemistry, with interests in membranes and surface and colloid structure.
Inhalt
Synkinesis and Synkinons of Supramolecular Assemblies; Syntheses of Synkinons for Supramolecular Assemblies; Micelles and Microemulsions; Molecular Monolayer and Bilayer Vesicle Membranes; Binding Interactions in Micellar and Vesicular Fibres; Molecular Recognition and Nanopores in Surface Monolayers; Amphiphilic Crystals and Hydrogen Bonded Co-Crystals; Subject Index