Introducing asymmetric functionality into MOFs via the generation of metallic Janus MOF particles

Chem Commun (Camb). 2016 Apr 14;52(29):5096-9. doi: 10.1039/c6cc01098a. Epub 2016 Feb 23.

Abstract

Herein we report a versatile methodology for engineering metallic Janus MOF particles based on desymmetrization at interfaces, whereby each MOF particle is partially coated with a desired metal. We demonstrate that it enables the fabrication of homogeneous Janus MOF particles according to the MOF (ZIF-8, UiO-66 or UiO-66-SH), the metal (Au, Co or Pt), the MOF particle size (from the micrometer to the submicrometer regime) and the metal-film thickness (from 5 nm to 50 nm) employed. We anticipate that our strategy could be applied to impart new functionalities to MOFs, including asymmetric functionalization, magnetic-guidance and motorization.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't