Synthesis of Coordination Polymer Nanoparticles using Self‐Assembled Block Copolymers as Template. Issue 72 (23rd November 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Weber, Birgit
• Is Part Of: Chemistry. Volume 23:Issue 72(2017)
• Page Start: 18093
• Page End: 18100
• Publication Date: 2017-11-23
• Subjects: block copolymers -- composite material -- metal–organic frameworks -- nanoparticles -- spin crossover; Chemistry -- Periodicals; 540
• DOI: 10.1002/chem.201703280
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0947-6539

Abstract

Abstract: Nowadays there is a high demand in specialized functional materials, for example, for applications as sensors in biomedicine. For the realization of such applications, nanostructures and the integration in a composite matrix are indispensable. Coordination polymers and networks, for example, with spin crossover properties, are a highly promising family of switchable materials in which the switching process can be triggered by various external stimuli. An overview over different strategies for the synthesis of nanoparticles of such systems is given. A special focus is set on the use of block copolymer micelles as templates for the synthesis of nanocomposites. The block copolymer defines the final size and shape of the nanoparticle core. Additionally it allows a further functionalization of the obtained nanoparticles by variation of the polymer blocks and an easy deposition of the composite material on surfaces. Abstract : Tapping out templates : Self‐assembled block copolymers are excellent templates for the synthesis of coordination polymer nanostructures. They offer new possibilities for shape and size control and have a high potential for further functionalization (see figure).