Document Type
Article
Publication Date
8-31-2022
Abstract
Photocatalytic molecular containers are discrete molecules with photosensitizers or photoredox units in their framework for the indirect light activation of the guest molecules in their cavity. Thus, such containers can carry out unique chemical reactions with high reaction rates, efficient energy or electron transfer, and distinctive regio- and stereoselectivity due to the confinement effects, making them great prospects for organic synthesis. Hence, this digest describes the general considerations for designing and studying photocatalytic molecular containers and showcases their potential by discussing the most representative examples. We forecast new paradigms in organic chemistry and photochemistry will originate from this relatively young field deeply rooted in supramolecular chemistry and photochemistry.
Publication Source (Journal or Book title)
Tetrahedron Letters
Recommended Citation
Jayawardana, S., Madura, E., & García-López, V. (2022). Photocatalytic molecular containers enable unique reactivity modes in confinement. Tetrahedron Letters, 105 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tetlet.2022.154052