Mechanistic Understanding of Synthesis Pathways of Porous Crystalline Frameworks (MOFs & COFs)

The exponential progression of material discovery has catalyzed a series of important and exceptional breakthroughs in addressing climate changes, driving manufacturing advancements, and pioneering medicinal breakthroughs. Dedicated efforts have been deployed towards navigating the intricacies of synthesizing nanomaterials with precision, while tuning their properties to align with the requirements of their intended applications. It is essential to have a profound understanding of the fundamental configuration and formation of these materials to smoothen the “tuning” effort, since the molecular configurations dictate their functionality. The primary focus of this work revolves around delving into the core principles of chemistry, synthesizing techniques, and precisely controlling the physical and chemical attributes of porous crystalline frameworks.