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Dimerization of Conjugated Radical Cations: An Emerging Non‐Covalent Interaction for Self‐Assembly
Author(s) -
Zhang DanWei,
Tian Jia,
Chen Lan,
Zhang Liang,
Li ZhanTing
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
chemistry – an asian journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.18
H-Index - 106
eISSN - 1861-471X
pISSN - 1861-4728
DOI - 10.1002/asia.201402805
Subject(s) - stacking , supramolecular chemistry , conjugated system , tetrathiafulvalene , covalent bond , chemistry , non covalent interactions , aromaticity , novelty , nanotechnology , combinatorial chemistry , materials science , polymer , crystallography , organic chemistry , crystal structure , molecule , hydrogen bond , philosophy , theology
Aromatic stacking has played a significant role in the design of discrete supramolecular systems. However, for many years, the stacking of conjugated radical cations has been considered only as a novelty due to its weakness. In recent years, it has been demonstrated that the stacking of conjugated radical cations, particularly those formed by bipyridinium or tetrathiafulvalene, can be enhanced remarkably when they are incorporated into rationally designed, preorganized frameworks or entrapped into a confined space. This Focus Review highlights the recent advance in its application as an emerging non‐covalent force for the construction of various supramolecular structures.