| EPSRC Reference: |
GR/L11465/01 |
| Title: |
PROGRAMMED MOLECULAR TEMPLATES FOR THE FABRICATION OF INORGANIC MICROSTRUCTURES |
| Principal Investigator: |
Mascal, Dr M |
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Sch of Chemistry |
| Organisation: |
University of Nottingham |
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Standard Research (Pre-FEC) |
| Starts: |
15 April 1997 |
Ends: |
14 July 1997 |
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10,012
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This proposal describes the synthesis of a series of nucleotide-like molecular recognition units (A), to which are appended specific, polar functionalities. Complementary to A is a second recognition unit (B), which is also an amphiphile. When B is cast as a monolayer at the air-water interface and A is then introduced into the bulk solution, molecular recognition occurs generating an array of supramolecular ribbons (ABABA...). One half of each ribbon is oriented in the gas phase, while the other half, which carries the polar moieties, penetrates the aqueous environment of the subphase, presenting a uniquely organised functional surface. Given the appropriate design of the appended functionality, these dual-recognition templates will catalyse the oriented nucleation of inorganic crystals from the subphase. The geometrically well-defined, yet dynamic nature of the organic superstructure accommodates the structural requirements of the incipient mineral lattice to give rise to crystallographically unique particles. The programming of certain variables into A modulates the orientation and morphology of these particles, thereby yielding important insights into the mechanisms controlling the inorganic decoration of organic macromolecules.
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