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Abstract
Membranes are a disruptive technology that can reduce the energy consumption of chemical separation processes. There are many remarkable materials that can be used for membrane building blocks; for example, covalent organic frameworks (COFs) and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are emerging porous materials with uniform, tunable pores, ultrahigh surface areas, and accessible active sites. However, the aggregation of COF and MOF layers can affect the application properties of the material. Supramolecular macrocyclic hosts with well-defined cavities are easy to functionalize. In addition, it is beneficial to adjust the interpenetration effect, porosity, stability, and functionalities of MOF or COF materials, broadening their scope of applications. Therefore, macrocycle-based MOFs (M-MOFs) and COFs (M-COFs) are attractive candidates for building blocks for the construction of precise separation membranes and multifunctional membranes. This review focuses on the development and fabrication strategies of M-MOF and M-COF membranes and their emerging applications. The remaining challenges and proposals for M-MOF and M-COF membranes are also summarized. It is anticipated that this review will inspire further research in supramolecular chemistry and membrane separations.
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Coordination Chemistry Reviews offers rapid publication of review articles on current and significant topics in coordination chemistry, encompassing organometallic, supramolecular, theoretical, and bioinorganic chemistry. It also covers catalysis, materials chemistry, and metal-organic frameworks from a coordination chemistry perspective. Reviews summarize recent developments or discuss specific techniques, welcoming contributions from both established and emerging researchers.
The journal releases special issues on timely subjects, including those featuring contributions from specific regions or conferences. Occasional full-length book articles are also featured. Additionally, special volumes cover annual reviews of main group chemistry, transition metal group chemistry, and organometallic chemistry. These comprehensive reviews are vital resources for those engaged in coordination chemistry, further establishing Coordination Chemistry Reviews as a hub for insightful surveys in inorganic and physical inorganic chemistry.