Full Description
This volume presents recent advances and current knowledge in the field of supramolecular assemblies based on electrostatic interactions. The flexibility and simplicity of constructing assemblies is explained via several examples, illustrations, figures, case studies, and historical perspectives. Moreover, as there is an increasing demand for the use of theoretical and computational models of the interaction strengths for assisting with the experimental studies, one chapter specifically focuses on the "modelling'' of supramolecular assemblies. Finally, various aspects of the recent advances of the field as well as potential future opportunities are discussed, with the goal being to stimulate critical discussions among the community and to encourage further discovery. This volume aims to inspire and guide fellow scientists and students working in this field and thus it provides a great tool for all researchers, graduates and professionals specializing on the topic.
Contents
Supramolecular ionic networks: design and synthesis.- Supramolecular ionic networks: properties.- The role of electrostatic interactions in the self-assembly of macroions.- Ionic self-assembly of dendrimers.- Nano-objects by spontaneous electrostatic self-assembly in aqueous solution.- Electrostatic layer-by-layer self-assembly method: a physico-chemical perspective.- Supramolecular assemblies based on σ-hole interactions.- Regium bonds: a bridge between coordination and supramolecular chemistry.- Aqueous supramolecular assemblies of photocontrolled molecular amphiphiles.- Organic salts as tectons for self-assembly processes in solution.- Computational modelling of supramolecular polymers.
