Abstract
We report the first use of solution-phase halogen bonding to control and facilitate the assembly of an interlocked structure through the bromide anion-templated formation of a rotaxane based upon an iodotriazolium axle. The incorporation of a halogen atom into the rotaxane host cavity dramatically improves the anion-recognition capabilities of the interlocked receptor, giving unusual iodide selectivity in a competitive aqueous medium.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 11893-11895 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Journal of the American Chemical Society |
Volume | 132 |
Issue number | 34 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Sept 2010 |
Externally published | Yes |