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Shapeshifting molecules: The story so far and the shape of things to come

Bismillah, AN; Chapin, BM; Hussein, BA; McGonigal, PR

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Authors

AN Bismillah

BM Chapin

BA Hussein



Abstract

Shapeshifting molecules exhibit rapid constitutional dynamics while remaining stable, isolable molecules, making them promising artificial scaffolds from which to explore complex biological systems and create new functional materials. However, their structural complexity presents challenges for designing their syntheses and understanding their equilibria. This mini review showcases (1) recent applications of highly dynamic shapeshifting molecules in sensing and distinguishing complex small molecules and (2) detailed insights into the adaptation of tractable bistable systems to changes in their local environment. The current status of this field is summarised and its future prospects are discussed.

Citation

Bismillah, A., Chapin, B., Hussein, B., & McGonigal, P. (2020). Shapeshifting molecules: The story so far and the shape of things to come. Chemical Science, 11(2), 324-332. https://doi.org/10.1039/c9sc05482k

Journal Article Type Article
Acceptance Date Dec 4, 2019
Online Publication Date Dec 5, 2019
Publication Date Jan 14, 2020
Deposit Date Dec 4, 2019
Publicly Available Date Jan 3, 2020
Journal Chemical Science
Print ISSN 2041-6520
Electronic ISSN 2041-6539
Publisher Royal Society of Chemistry
Peer Reviewed Peer Reviewed
Volume 11
Issue 2
Pages 324-332
DOI https://doi.org/10.1039/c9sc05482k
Public URL https://durham-repository.worktribe.com/output/1282223

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