Regioselectivity of concerted proton–electron transfer at the surface of a polyoxovanadate cluster
Eric Schreiber, William W. Brennessel, Ellen M. Matson
Abstract
Introduction of a surface defect on a POV-alkoxide imparts both structural and electronic alterations, resulting in “switchable” PCET regiochemistry. Such features provide insight into PCET reactivity at metal oxide surfaces.
Topics & Concepts
RegioselectivityCluster (spacecraft)Electron transferProtonChemistryChemical physicsComputational chemistryNanotechnologyPhotochemistryMaterials sciencePhysicsOrganic chemistryComputer scienceNuclear physicsProgramming languageCatalysisPolyoxometalates: Synthesis and ApplicationsMetal-Organic Frameworks: Synthesis and ApplicationsAdvanced Nanomaterials in Catalysis