Steed J.W., Turner D.R., Wallace K. Core Concepts in Supramolecular Chemistry and Nanochemistry

Wiley 2007. - 320 р.
Core Concepts in Supramolecular Chemistry and Nanochemistry clearly outlines the fundamentals that underlie supramolecular chemistry and nanochemistry and takes an umbrella view of the whole area. This concise textbook traces the fascinating modern practice of the chemistry of the non-covalent bond from its fundamental origins through to it expression in the emergence of nanochemistry.
Fusing synthetic materials and supramolecular chemistry with crystal engineering and the emerging principles of nanotechnology, the book is an ideal introduction to current chemical thought for researchers and a superb resource for students entering these exciting areas for the first time. The book builds from first principles rather than adopting a review style and includes key references to guide the reader through influential work.About the authorsWhat is supramolecular chemistry?
Selectivity
Supramolecular interactions
Supramolecular designSuggested further reading
Solution host-guest chemistry
Introduction: guests in solution
Macrocyclic versus acyclic hosts
Cation binding
Anion binding
Metal-containing receptors
Simultaneous cation and anion receptors
Neutral-molecule binding
Supramolecular catalysis and enzyme mimicsSelf-assemblyBiological self-assembly
Ladders, polygons and helices
Rotaxanes, catenanes and knots
Self-assembling capsulesSolid state supramolecular chemistryZeolites
Clathrates
Clathrate hydrates
Crystal engineering
Coordination polymersNanochemistryNanomanipulation
Molecular devices
Self-assembled monolayers (SAMs)
Soft lithography
Nanoparticles
Fullerenes and nanotubes
Dendrimers
Fibres, gels and polymers
Nanobiology and biomimetic chemistry