From π-conjugated macrocycles to heterocycloarenes based on benzo[2,1-<i>b</i>:3,4-<i>b</i>′]dithiophene (BDTh): size- and geometry-dependent host–guest properties

Abstract

, have been successfully obtained, among which the former shows a loose columnar arrangement while the latter displays a unique three-dimensional honeycomb arrangement that is extremely rare in supramolecular complexes. This work systematically studies the π-conjugated macrocycles and provides a new idea for the development of novel host-guest systems and further multifunctional applications.

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