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Evolution of porous materials from ancient remedies to modern frameworks

Gregory S. Day, Hannah F. Drake, Hong‐Cai Zhou, Matthew R. Ryder

2021Communications Chemistry56 citationsDOIOpen Access PDF

Abstract

Porous materials play a significant role in modern chemistry and materials science; despite recent scientific interest, they have a history dating back to antiquity. Here the authors provide a brief overview of the past that has contributed to their evolution.

Topics & Concepts

HistoryEarth scienceGeologyMetal-Organic Frameworks: Synthesis and ApplicationsCovalent Organic Framework ApplicationsMesoporous Materials and Catalysis