Evolution of nano- to microsized spherical assemblies of fluorogenic biscalix[4]arenes into supramolecular organogels

Chem Commun (Camb). 2013 Apr 14;49(29):3037-9. doi: 10.1039/c3cc40334c.

Abstract

A biscalix[4]arene ( capable of spontaneous self-assembly into nanoparticles and microspheres in CH3CN was serendipitously observed, and it eventually formed stable blue-light emitting supramolecular organogels.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Acetonitriles / chemistry
  • Calixarenes / chemistry*
  • Gels / chemistry*
  • Microspheres
  • Nanospheres / chemistry*
  • Phenols / chemistry*
  • Spectrophotometry
  • Temperature

Substances

  • Acetonitriles
  • Gels
  • Phenols
  • calix(4)arene
  • Calixarenes