Synthesis of Schiff Base Type Macrocycles Containing Naphthalene Ring

A series of new Schiff base type macrocyclic crown ethers containing naphthalene ring were synthesized from 2,2'-di(o-formylnaphthoxy) ethyl ether or 1,2-di(o-formylnaphthoxy) ethane and four appropriate diamines. The chemical structures of the new compounds were characterized by elemental analysis, infrared spectra, nuclear magnetic resonance spectra and mass spectrometry.

THE SYNTHESIS AND CHARACTERIZATION OF ASYMMETRIC TRIPYRRANE-CONTAINING MACROCYCLES

An improved procedure was used to prepare the asymmetric tripyrrane-containing macrocycles, The yield was over 85% These maerocycles could be oxidized to the methine bridled 23 (?)-electron aromatic cadmium(Ⅱ)complexes by reating with cadmium chloride in the presence of air and their atructures were characterized.

Synthesis of Novel C_2-Symmetric Chiral Polyamide Macrocycles Containing Pyridyl Side-arm

Three novel C2-symmetric macrocycles containing pyridyl units have been prepared by the cyclic condensation of chiral diamide intermediates with 2,6-pyridinedicarbonyl dichloride in highly diluted solution at room temperature.

Synthesis and Mesophase Properties of Intraanular Functionized Shape-persistent Macrocycles Containing Dibenzo[fg,op]naphthacenes

On the basis of the C-C coupling reactions of dibenzo [ fg, op ] naphthacene bistriflate, which was obtained by the condensation of phenylacetates with 4-aryl-2,6-bis（2-bromo-4-methoxy-phenyl） pyrylium salts followed by palladium-catalyzed dehydrohalogenation, three shape-persistent macrocycles with dibenzonaphthacene corner pieces, a nanometer interior void, and intraanular oligoalkyl side groups were synthesized by the oxidative cyclization of the corresponding bisacetylenes under high-dilution conditions. Their thermotropic liquid crystalline properties were investigated by using polarizing microscopy and differential scanning calorimetry. All the three compounds showed nematic mesophases and belonged to discotic liquid crystals with inverted topology.

PHOTOPHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF THE ASYMMETRIC PENTAAZADENTATE PORPHYRIN-LIKE MACROCYCLES

The porphyrin-like macrocycles and their metal complexes are s novel family of photoresponsive molecules.The properties of the excited states,both singlet and triplet are investigated by the stationary and transient processes.

Synthesis and Electrical Conductivities of Fully Conjugated Schiff Base Macrocycles Containing 1,3,4-Oxadiazole

Conjugated Schiff base macrocycles containing 1,3,3-oxadiazole were prepared by [2 + 2] cyclic condensation of phenylenediamine with 2,5-bis(m-formyl-phenyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole. These macrocycles with iodine or TCNQ produced stable charge-transfer complexes. The formation of complexes were identified by UV-Vis and FT-IR spectra.

Synthesis of Macrocycles Containing Amino Acid Ester and Aryl-heterocyclic Units

Four kinds of new macrocycles containing amino acids and nyl-heterocyclic units were synthesized by the condensation of di-esters containing Ts-amino acids units with di-halogenated compounds at room temperature. The macrocycles were characterized by elemental analysis, IR,MS(FAB) and 1H NMR

SYNTHESIS OF AZA-OXA MACROCYCLES CONTAINING PYRIDINE RING

A new type of aza-oxa macrocycles containing pyridine ring which may be used for binding of prinary ammonium cations(R-NH) were prepared from 2.6-di(bromomethyl) pyridine and appropriate diol.

Studies on the Protonation and Complexations of Dioxotetraamine Macrocycles

14-Membered macrocyclic dioxotetraamines deprotonate stepwisely upon coordination to cupric ions. Singly- and doubly-deprotonated complexes are the main species, While for 13-membered analogs, non- and doubly-deprotonated complexes are the main species.

Side-Chain Type Ferrocene Macrocycles

A class of side-chain type ferrocene macrocycles with a radially conjugated system is introduced in this study.The stereo configurations of these ferrocene rings were determined through single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis.Notably,in the solid state,the ferrocene rings exhibit a distinctive herringbone stacking pattern imposed by a ferrocene-to-ring host−guest interaction.Through UV−vis absorption spectroscopy,electrochemical measurements,and theoretical calculations,valuable insights into the electronic properties of these rings were obtained.In addition,the single crystal of macrocycle A_(2)B demonstrates a second-order nonlinear optical response.As a class of organometallic nanorings,this work holds great potential for further exploration in the fields of organometallic chemistry,molecular electronics,and host−guest chemistry.

Synthesis of phosphorus-containing polyoxamacrocycles with one to two reactive thiophosphoryl chloride groups

Novel phosphorus-containing polyoxamacrocycles with one to two reactive thiophosphoryl chloride groups 5, 6, 7, 8 were synthesized from bishydroxyl compounds 1, 2, 3, 4 and thiophosphoryl chloride respectively. Their structures were confirmed by ^ 1H NMR, ^13C NMR, ^31p NMR and elemental analysis.

Construction of a Self-assembling Intertwined Spiral Solvent Channel Based on Interactions between Macrocycles and CH_2Cl_2

The construction of an unprecedented intertwined spiral solvent channel is driven by weak C–Cl…O and C–H…N interactions based on extraordinary parallel spirals which were structured from supramolecular synthon macrocycle 1（C44H44N4O4） with a propargylamine backbone. The product is characterized by ^1H NMR, ^13C NMR, IR and HRMS, and further confirmed by single-crystal X-ray diffraction. It crystallizes in the monoclinic system, space group C2/c, with a = 28.922（3）, b = 8.5069（9）, c = 21.687（2）A^°, β = 130.6320（10）°, V = 4049.4（7） A^°3 and Z = 8. A total of 11874 reflections were collected, of which 4942 were independent（Rint = 0.0590） and 2937 were observed with I 〉 2σ（I）. The final full-matrix least-squares refinement gave R（I 〉 2s（I）） = 0.069 and w R = 0.167, S = 1.05,（Δρ）max = 0.20 and（Δρ）min =-0.22 e·A^1-3. The fluorescence of the product is discussed.

Stereoselective Self-Assembly of Chiral Metalla[2]Catenanes and Lemniscular Macrocycles

Designing and stereoselectively constructing chiral mechanically interlocked molecules(MIMs)is a goal that many chemists are pursuing due to their potential in the development of functional molecular machines involved in catalysis,sensing,and chiroptical switching.However,the synthesis of enantiopure supramolecular entities with crystallographic structures remains challenging.Herein,the stereoselective self-assembly of chiral metalla[2]catenanes interlocked by two D-shaped macrocycles was realized by combining long binuclear half-sandwich organometallic Cp*Rh^(III)(Cp*=η^(5)-pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)clip and ditopic monodentate ligand incorporating L-leucine residues.The resulting metalla[2]catenane displayed unique co-conformational mechanical helical chirality characteristics arising from the chirality transfer of the chiral ligand.Furthermore,decreasing the length of the binuclear Cp*Rh^(III)clip and adjusting the steric hindrance of the amino-acid side chains(L-alanine and L-phenylalanine)in the ligands resulted in two lemniscular macrocycles with left-handed(M)-twisted conformational chirality.To the best of our knowledge,the synthesized macrocycles are the first family of homochiral abnormal lemniscate-shaped organometallic macrocycles featuring figure-eight geometries.Metalla[2]catenanes and macrocycles with opposite chirality were also generated by employing corresponding D-amino acid ligands,as evidenced by single-crystal X-ray diffraction,nuclear magnetic resonance,mass,and circular dichroism spectroscopies.Our present study demonstrates that homochiral MIMs can be accessed readily using amino acid–containing ligands through rational molecular design.

Adsorption and separation technologies based on supramolecular macrocycles for water treatment

The escalating challenges in water treatment,exacerbated by climate change,have catalyzed the emergence of innovative solutions.Novel adsorption separation and membrane filtration methodologies,achieved through molecular structure manipulation,are gaining traction in the environmental and energy sectors.Separation technologies,integral to both the chemical industry and everyday life,encompass concentration and purification processes.Macrocycles,recognized as porous materials,have been prevalent in water treatment due to their inherent benefits:stability,adaptability,and facile modification.These structures typically exhibit high selectivity and reversibility for specific ions or molecules,enhancing their efficacy in water purification processes.The progression of purification methods utilizing macrocyclic frameworks holds promise for improved adsorption separations,membrane filtrations,resource utilization,and broader water treatment applications.This review encapsulates the latest breakthroughs in macrocyclic host-guest chemistry,with a focus on adsorptive and membrane separations.The aim is to spotlight strategies for optimizing macrocycle designs and their subsequent implementation in environmental and energy endeavors,including desalination,elemental extraction,seawater energy harnessing,and sustainable extraction.Hopefully,this review can guide the design and functionality of macrocycles,offering a significantly promising pathway for pollutant removal and resource utilization.

Synthesis and applications of lanthanoid complexes of pentadentate and hexadentate N_(5) and N_(6) macrocycles:A review

In this paper,the lanthanoid complexes of N_(5) and N_(6) macrocycle ligands,without pendant arms or additional heteroatoms,are surveyed.This review covers the period from 2015 to the current date,since in 2014 Schiff base macrocyclic ligands incorporating the pyridine moiety,and their complexes,were revised,and in 2015 the chemistry of pentaaza macrocycle ligands with rare earth metals was also summarized.Porphyrin and phthalocyanine ligands are not included in this review,which primarily focuses on complexes with Schiff bases and amines without pendant arms or any additional donor other than nitrogen.The synthetic methods,structural characterization,based on single X-ray crystal data,and properties of the lanthanoid complexes,with special attention to magneto-structural correlations,are presented herein.

Recent applications of macrocycles in supramolecular catalysis

Numerous supramolecular macrocycles have been utilized for developing catalysts by exploiting their specific molecular recognition and ability to form inclusion complexes through noncovalent interactions. The cyclic structure and modified functional groups of these macrocycles can influence substrate and transition state stability, as well as reaction selectivity. The inner cavities of these macrocycles are particularly beneficial, as they enable substrates to adopt preorganized arrangements and serve as versatile platforms for highly efficient supramolecular catalytic systems. This minireview provides an overview of recent advancements in supramolecular catalysis using various macrocycles, such as crown ethers, cyclodextrins,calixarenes, pillararenes, cucurbiturils, and other novel macrocycles.

Topologically engineering of π-conjugated macrocycles: Tunable emission and photochemical reaction toward multi-cyclic polymers

The topology of conjugated macrocycles had significant impacts on their photo-physical and photochemical properties.Herein,a series ofπ-conjugated macrocycles with diverse topology were synthesized via intramolecular McMurry coupling.Their chemical structure and macrocyclic topology were unambiguously confirmed via NMR,MALDI-TOF mass spectra,crystal analysis and scanning tunneling microscopy(STM).Depending on the structural topology and structural rigidity,these cyclic compounds display obviously distinctive emission behavior and photochemical reactions in the solution and in the solid state.Monocyclic phenylene vinylene macrocycle(denoted as MST)exhibiting aggregation-induced emission behavior,was more vulnerable to photo-cyclization in solution and triplet sensitizer promoted photodimerization due to lower strain and more flourishing intramolecular motions.After UV light irradiation,relatively more flexible MST could yield the anti-dimer via triplet excimer on the HOPG surface confirmed by STM investigation.By contrast,highly constrained bicyclic analogue(named as DMTPE)with central tetraphenylethene core,displayed high emission quantum yields of 68%both in solution and in the solid state,and was relatively inert to photochemical reactions and yield syn-dimer on the surface via singlet excimer involved[2+2]photo-dimerization.Based on the solution-mediated photo-polymerization of MST moiety,multicyclic porous carbon-rich ribbon connected with four-membered ring was successfully constructed and validated via STM imaging.

Synthesis and Properties of Ferrocene Conjugated Macrocycles with Illusory Topology of the Penrose Stairs

Polyferrocene macrocycles hold immense potential in the fields of molecular electronics and electrochemistry,primarily due to their multiple metal centers.However,developing highly efficient synthetic strategies for constructing these rings remains a significant challenge.In this study,we successfully synthesized triferrocenyl macrocycles using Pt-mediated coupling strategy and determined their configuration using single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis,revealing a structure reminiscent of the Penrose Stair.We comprehensively investigated the macrocycle’s structure,photophysical properties,and employed density functional theory(DFT)calculations to gain further insights.Notably,this macrocycle exhibits several advantageous features,including a flexible structure,good solubility,and a highly efficient synthetic pathway.

Amide naphthotubes:Biomimetic macrocycles for selective molecular recognition

Selective molecular recognition in water is routine for bioreceptors,but remains challenging for synthetic hosts.This is principally because noncovalent interactions are usually less efficient in aqueous environments.By mimicking the cavity feature of bioreceptors,Prof.Wei Jiang proposed and clarified the concept of“endo-functionalized cavity”.Through situating polar binding sites into a deep hydrophobic cavity,we designed and synthesized several macrocyclic hosts,among which amide naphthotubes are the most representative.The hosts can selectively recognize various polar molecules including organic micropollutants,drug molecules,and chiral molecules in water by employing the hydrophobic effect and shielded hydrogen bonding.In addition,these biomimetic hosts have been applied in spectroscopic analysis,adsorptive separation and self-assembly.In this review,we provide an overview of recent advances on amide naphthotubes with special emphasis on the efforts of Jiang's group.We are convinced that these biomimetic macrocycles will make further contributions to supramolecular chemistry and beyond.

Photoactive donor-acceptor conjugated macrocycles:New opportunities for supramolecular chemistry

The design and synthesis of photoactive macrocyclic molecules continue to attract attention because such species play important roles in supramolecular chemistry as well as photoelectronic applications.Donoracceptor(D-A)conjugated macrocycles are an emerging class of photoactive molecules due to their D-A conjugated structural characteristics and tunable optical properties.In addition,the well-defined cavities in such D-A macrocycles endow them with versatile host-guest properties.In this review,we provide a comprehensive summary of D-A conjugated macrocycle chemistry,detailing recent progress in the area of synthetic methods,optical properties,host-guest chemistry and applications of the underlying chemistry to chemical sensors,bioimaging and photoelectronic devices.Our objective is to provide not only a review of the fundamental findings,but also to outline future research directions where D-A conjugated macrocycles and their constructs may have a role to play.