The asymmetric alkylations of chiral transition metal complexes derived from (+)-camphor and 2-aminomethyl-6-methylpyridine were examined under mild conditions.The formation of the complexes 2 is conductive to the enh...The asymmetric alkylations of chiral transition metal complexes derived from (+)-camphor and 2-aminomethyl-6-methylpyridine were examined under mild conditions.The formation of the complexes 2 is conductive to the enhancement of di- astereoselectivity in the alkylations at room temperature.展开更多
Resorcarens 1a-b (R'=Ph, p-MeOC6H4) were fully alkylated with alkyl iodides or bromides in TEBA/KOH/DMF solid-liquid PTC process with 63-82% yields, whereas the three calix[4]pyrroles 3a-b (2R= 2Me, (CH2)(4), (CH2...Resorcarens 1a-b (R'=Ph, p-MeOC6H4) were fully alkylated with alkyl iodides or bromides in TEBA/KOH/DMF solid-liquid PTC process with 63-82% yields, whereas the three calix[4]pyrroles 3a-b (2R= 2Me, (CH2)(4), (CH2)(5)) were alkylated with alkyl iodides in TBAB/ 50%NaOH/ CH2Cl2 liquid-liquid PTC system with lower yields (10-38%).展开更多
A simple ammonium iodide salt in amide solvent catalyzes regioselective decarboxylative alkylation of C(sp^(3))-H bonds of Naryl glycine derivatives, of C(sp^(2))-H bond of heteroarenes, and cascade radical addition t...A simple ammonium iodide salt in amide solvent catalyzes regioselective decarboxylative alkylation of C(sp^(3))-H bonds of Naryl glycine derivatives, of C(sp^(2))-H bond of heteroarenes, and cascade radical addition to unsaturated bond followed by intramolecular addition to arene, with a broad scope of N-hydroxyphthalimide derived redox active esters under visible light irradiation. The reactions are suggested to proceed through photoactivation of a transiently assembled chromophore from electron-deficient phthalimide moiety and iodide anion through an anion-π interaction in solvent cage followed by diffusion to generate solvated free radical species to react with C-H substrates. The simplicity, practicality, and broad substrate scope of this method highlight the synthetic power of photocatalysis through transiently assembled chromophore, and will hopefully inspire further developments of low cost photocatalysis based on various non-covalent interactions, which are prevalent in supramolecular chemistry and biosystems, for sustainable organic synthesis.展开更多
Zeolite nanosheets with a short b-axis thickness are highly desirable in lots of catalytic reactions due to their reduced diffusion resistance. Nevertheless, conventional synthesis methods usually require expensive st...Zeolite nanosheets with a short b-axis thickness are highly desirable in lots of catalytic reactions due to their reduced diffusion resistance. Nevertheless, conventional synthesis methods usually require expensive structure-directing agents(SDAs), pricey raw materials, and eco-unfriendly fluorine-containing additives. Here, we contributed a cost-effective and fluoride-free synthesis method for synthesizing high-quality MFI zeolite nanosheets through a Silicalite-1(Sil-1) seed suspension and urea cooperative strategy, only with inexpensive colloidal silica as the Si source. Our approach was effective for synthesizing both Sil-1 and aluminum-containing ZSM-5 nanosheets. By optimizing key synthesis parameters,including seed aging time, seed quantity, and urea concentration, we achieved precise control over the crystal face aspect ratio and b-axis thickness. We also revealed a non-classical oriented nanosheet growth mechanism, where Sil-1 seeds induced the formation of quasi-ordered precursor particles, and the(010)crystal planes of these particles facilitated urea adsorption, thereby promoting c-axis-oriented growth.The obtained ZSM-5 nanosheets exhibited exceptional catalytic performance in the benzene alkylation with ethanol, maintaining stability for over 500 h, which is 5 times longer than traditional ZSM-5 catalysts. Furthermore, large-scale production of ZSM-5 nanosheets was successfully carried out in a 3 L highpressure autoclave, yielding samples consistent with those from laboratory-scale synthesis. This work marks a significant step forward in the sustainable and efficient production of MFI nanosheets using inexpensive and environmentally friendly raw materials, offering the broad applicability in catalysis.展开更多
Polyfluoroarenes represent an essential group of compounds in the fields of medical and material chemistry.It is still a challenge to synthesize alkylated polyfluoroarenes.Herein,a Ni-catalyzed reductive alkylation of...Polyfluoroarenes represent an essential group of compounds in the fields of medical and material chemistry.It is still a challenge to synthesize alkylated polyfluoroarenes.Herein,a Ni-catalyzed reductive alkylation of polyfluoroarenes with alkyl halides under mild conditions is reported.Polyfluoroarenes(3~6 F)can reacted smoothly with a diverse range of alkyl halides,such as primary,secondary,and tertiary alkyl iodides.The efficient formation of C(sp2)—C(sp3)can be achieved through the combination of Ni catalysis and(Bpin)2/K2CO3 as terminal reductant.展开更多
Direct enantioselective allylic C—H functionalization has emerged as a powerful strategy for the asymmetric syn-thesis of highly valuable chiral products.Herein,a Rh(III)-catalyzed enantioselective allylic C—H alkyl...Direct enantioselective allylic C—H functionalization has emerged as a powerful strategy for the asymmetric syn-thesis of highly valuable chiral products.Herein,a Rh(III)-catalyzed enantioselective allylic C—H alkylation of unactivated alkenes withα-diazo carbonyl compounds is described,enabling direct access to chiral products with high efficiency(up to 77%yield,92%ee,and>10∶1 B/L(branched/linear)selectivity).This atom-and step-economical protocol directly converts simple,unactivated substrates into valuable enantioenriched products under mild conditions,providing an efficient catalytic system for asymmetric allylic C—H functionalization.展开更多
The cerium-silicate pillared MWW zeolites are fabricated by introducing Ce species into the silica pillars within adjacent MWW layers through a liquid-phase pillaring method,and the multiple-layer structure of MWW zeo...The cerium-silicate pillared MWW zeolites are fabricated by introducing Ce species into the silica pillars within adjacent MWW layers through a liquid-phase pillaring method,and the multiple-layer structure of MWW zeolites is well maintained.However,it's found that these Ce^(3+)species can produce the Bronsted acid sites by the dissociation of water molecules owing to the electrostatic field of Ce^(3+)cations,the splitting of water molecules occurs following[Ce(H_2O)_n]^(3+)■Ce[(OH)(H_2O)_(n-1)]^(2+)+H^(+)equation based on the Plank-Hirschler mechanism,leading to superior activity of resultant cerium-silicate pillared MWW zeolites in the alkylation between benzene with 1-dodecene.Moreover,the additional Ce species located in the silica pillars can be easily accessed by vip molecules due to the presence of mesopores between neighboring MWW layers,which can strongly active benzene molecules by polarization effect,and dodecyl carbenium ions are preferred to attack the carbon atoms located in activated benzene molecules,resulting in the long lifetime of cerium-silicate pillared MWW zeolites since the oligomerization of long-chain olefins is suppressed.Under harsh reaction conditions(benzene/1-dodecene=10,WHSV=20 h^(-1)),the optimized cerium-silicate pillared MWW zeolite shows outstanding activity(>40%)and excellent selectivity(>85%)of 2-LAB in the alkylation of benzene with 1-dodecene.展开更多
Organophosphate analogues are commonly occurring structural features that are widely present in numerous natural substances, biologically active molecules and modern pharmaceutical compounds. The development of effici...Organophosphate analogues are commonly occurring structural features that are widely present in numerous natural substances, biologically active molecules and modern pharmaceutical compounds. The development of efficient strategies for the preparation of these analogues is still attractive but challenging in organophosphorus chemistry. In order to fill this gap, different new routes have been discovered including direct phosphonylation of alkyl radicals, indirect Arbuzov phosphonylation of alkyl radicals and nucleopilic phosphonylation of phosphorus. In this short review, we have attempted to summarize these recent developments for the synthesis of alkyl phosphonates in order to facilitate the development of green pharmacological alkyl phosphonates by emphasizing their variety of products, specificity and relevance, and providing the underlying mechanistic rationale whenever it is possible. We aim to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the current state of this field and contribute to future research.展开更多
Magnesium (Mg)-based biometals are promising candidates for next-generation biodegradable implants in bone regeneration.However,their rapid biocorrosion in physiological environments necessitates protective coatings t...Magnesium (Mg)-based biometals are promising candidates for next-generation biodegradable implants in bone regeneration.However,their rapid biocorrosion in physiological environments necessitates protective coatings to enhance corrosion resistance and osteogenesis.Conventional hydrophobic modifications,while effective in mitigating corrosion,often impair biological responses,hindering tissue integration and bone regeneration.Inspired by the architecture of cell membranes,we developed a novel layered octacalcium phosphate (OCP) coatingintercalated with a hydrophobic alkyl-phosphate-surfactant bilayer,imparting Mg biometals with enhanced bioactivity and resistance to biocorrosion.Additionally,an MgF2transition layer with a mechanically interlocking architecture is fabricated via an in situ growth approach,ensuring the long-term structural integrity and interface stability of the hybrid coating.Compared with conventional coatings,the resulting intercalated organic/inorganic hybrid coatings exhibit exceptional mechanical robustness,remarkable corrosion resistance,and bioactivities conducive to cellular adhesion and proliferation.In vivo implantation tests further revealed a significantly reduced corrosion depth(~1.1μm),minimal inflammatory response,and reduced fibrous encapsulation (~65.2μm),demonstrating its clinical potential.This work pioneers a bioinspired strategy for multifunctional inorganic/organic hybrid coatings,advancing the clinical application of Mg-based implants in osteogenesis.展开更多
Herein,we present a copper-catalyzed carbonylative cross-coupling of unactivated alkyl bromides with aryl boronates under CO atmosphere which enabling the efficient synthesis of C(sp3)-C(sp2)ketones with extensive fun...Herein,we present a copper-catalyzed carbonylative cross-coupling of unactivated alkyl bromides with aryl boronates under CO atmosphere which enabling the efficient synthesis of C(sp3)-C(sp2)ketones with extensive functional group compatibility.This strategy represents a significant advance in copper-catalyzed carbonylation involving alkyl bromides and C(sp2)-nucleophiles.The protocol addresses key challenges commonly encountered in the coupling of C(sp3)-alkyl halides with aryl boron reagents,such as sluggish oxidative addition of alkyl halides,competing Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling,undesired dehalogenation and so on.Distinguished by its broad substrate scope and high functional group tolerance,this approach offers a robust and versatile platform for the streamlined synthesis of alkyl aryl ketones.展开更多
The effects of the structure and concentration of impurities on the alkylation of naphthalene with 1-octene catalyzed by chloroaluminate ionic liquid(IL)were investigated.The presence of impurities containing oxygen a...The effects of the structure and concentration of impurities on the alkylation of naphthalene with 1-octene catalyzed by chloroaluminate ionic liquid(IL)were investigated.The presence of impurities containing oxygen and nitrogen led to a decrease in the catalytic performance of chloroaluminate IL.As the water concentration increased to 65 mg·g^(-1),the total selectivity of multi-octylnaphthalene gradually decreased to 42.33%,and the average friction coefficient of the multi-octylnaphthalene base oil gradually increased to 0.201.When the concentration of impurities increased to a critical value,the chloroaluminate IL began to deactivate,leading to a decrease in naphthalene conversion.The critical concentrations for ethanolamine,water,methanol,ether,and diisopentyl sulfide were 33 mg·g^(-1),65 mg·g^(-1),67mg·g^(-1),87 mg·g^(-1),and 123 mg·g^(-1),respectively.Impurities with higher basicity resulted in an earlier onset of chloroaluminate IL deactivation.The changes of Lewis and Brønsted acids in chloroaluminate IL under the influence of impurities were investigated using in situ IR and 27Al NMR spectroscopy.2,6-dimethylpyridine as an indicator could detect the changes of Brønsted acid in chloroaluminate IL better,but the changes of Lewis acid were not obvious because of the overlap between the characteristic peaks.2,6-dichloropyridine as an indicator could exclusively detect the changes of Lewis acid in chloroaluminate IL.With the increase inwater concentration,the Lewis acid in chloroaluminate IL was continuously consumed and converted into Brønsted acid,and the Lewis acid gradually decreased,while the Brønsted acid showed a change of increasing first and then decreasing.展开更多
Electrochemical reduction of carbon dioxide(CO_(2)RR)is a promising approach to complete the carbon cycle and potentially convert CO_(2)into valuable chemicals and fuels.Cu is unique among transition metals in its abi...Electrochemical reduction of carbon dioxide(CO_(2)RR)is a promising approach to complete the carbon cycle and potentially convert CO_(2)into valuable chemicals and fuels.Cu is unique among transition metals in its ability to catalyze the CO_(2)RR and produce multi-carbon products.However,achieving high selectivity for C2+products is challenging for copper-based catalysts,as C–C coupling reactions proceed slowly.Herein,a surface modification strategy involving grafting long alkyl chains onto copper nanowires(Cu NWs)has been proposed to regulate the electronic structure of Cu surface,which facilitates*CO-*CO coupling in the CO_(2)RR.The hydrophobicity of the catalysts increases greatly after the introduction of long alkyl chains,therefore the hydrogen evolution reaction(HER)has been inhibited effectively.Such surface modification approach proves to be highly efficient and universal,with the Faradaic efficiency(FE)of C_(2)H_(4) up to 53%for the optimized Cu–SH catalyst,representing a significant enhancement compared to the pristine Cu NWs(30%).In-situ characterizations and theoretical calculations demonstrate that the different terminal groups of the grafted octadecyl chains can effectively regulate the charge density of Cu NWs interface and change the adsorption configuration of*CO intermediate.The top-adsorbed*CO intermediates(*COtop)on Cu–SH catalytic interface endow Cu–SH with the highest charge density,which effectively lowers the reaction energy barrier for*CO-*CO coupling,promoting the formation of the*OCCO intermediate,thereby enhancing the selectivity towards C_(2)H_(4).This study provides a promising method for designing efficient Cu-based catalysts with high catalytic activity and selectivity towards C2H4.展开更多
To enhance the properties of bio-based polyesters,enabling them to more closely mimic the characteristics of terephthalate-based materials,a series of aliphatic-aromatic copolyesters(P_(1)–P_(4))were synthesized via ...To enhance the properties of bio-based polyesters,enabling them to more closely mimic the characteristics of terephthalate-based materials,a series of aliphatic-aromatic copolyesters(P_(1)–P_(4))were synthesized via melt polycondensation.Diester monomers M and N were synthesized via the Williamson reaction,using lignin-derived 2-methoxyhydroquinone,methyl 4-chloromethylbenzoate,and methyl chloroacetate as starting materials.Hydroquinone bis(2-hydroxyethyl)ether(HQEE)and 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol(CHDM)were employed as cyclic segments,while 1,4-butanediol(BDO)and 1,6-hexanediol(HDO)served as alkyl segments within the copolymer structures.The novel copolyesters exhibited molecular weights(Mw)in the range of 5.25×10^(4)–5.87×10^(4) g/mol,with polydispersity indices spanning from 2.50–2.66.Evaluation of the structural and thermomechanical properties indicated that the inclusion of alkyl segments induced a reduction in both crystallinity and molecular weight,while significantly improving the flexibility,whereas cyclic segments enhanced the processability of the copolyesters.Copolyesters P_(1) and P_(2),due to the presence of rigid segments(HQEE and CHDM),displayed relatively high glass transition temperatures(Tg>80℃)and melting temperatures(Tm>170℃).Notably,P_(2),incorporating CHDM,exhibited superior elongation properties(272%),attributed to the enhanced chain mobility resulting from its trans-conformation,while P_(1) was found to be likely brittle owing to excessive chain stiffness.Biodegradability assessment using earthworms as bioindicators revealed that the copolyesters demonstrated moderate degradation profiles,with P_(2) exhibiting a degradation rate of 4.82%,followed by P_(4) at 4.07%,P_(3) at 3.65%,and P_(1) at 3.17%.The higher degradation rate of P_(2) was attributed to its relatively larger d-spacing and lower toxicity,which facilitated enzymatic hydrolytic attack by microorganisms.These findings highlight the significance of optimizing the structural chain segments within aliphatic-aromatic copolyesters.By doing so,it is possible to significantly enhance their properties and performance,offering viable bio-based alternatives to petroleum-based polyesters such as polyethylene terephthalate(PET).展开更多
Various novel conjugated polymers(CPs)have been developed for organic photodetectors(OPDs),but their application to practical image sensors such as X-ray,R/G/B,and fingerprint sensors is rare.In this article,we report...Various novel conjugated polymers(CPs)have been developed for organic photodetectors(OPDs),but their application to practical image sensors such as X-ray,R/G/B,and fingerprint sensors is rare.In this article,we report the entire process from the synthesis and molecular engineering of novel CPs to the development of OPDs and fingerprint image sensors.We synthesized six benzo[1,2-d:4,5-d’]bis(oxazole)(BBO)-based CPs by modifying the alkyl side chains of the CPs.Several relationships between the molecular structure and the OPD performance were revealed,and increasing the number of linear octyl side chains on the conjugated backbone was the best way to improve Jph and reduce Jd in the OPDs.The optimized CP demonstrated promising OPD performance with a responsivity(R)of 0.22 A/W,specific detectivity(D^(*))of 1.05×10^(13)Jones at a bias of-1 V,rising/falling response time of 2.9/6.9μs,and cut-off frequency(f_(-3dB))of 134 kHz under collimated 530 nm LED irradiation.Finally,a fingerprint image sensor was fabricated by stacking the POTB1-based OPD layer on the organic thin-film transistors(318 ppi).The image contrast caused by the valleys and ridges in the fingerprints was obtained as a digital signal.展开更多
Fast,precise structure determination of unknown compounds has been the foundation but with a persistent challenge in the field of chemical research.Among various chemical characterization techniques,single-crystal X-r...Fast,precise structure determination of unknown compounds has been the foundation but with a persistent challenge in the field of chemical research.Among various chemical characterization techniques,single-crystal X-ray diffraction(SCXRD)stands out as the most straightforward and accurate method in modern structural chemistry.By precisely determining the three-dimensional arrangement of atoms within a crystal,it provides direct atomic-level evidence for understanding the relationship between material structure and properties[1].展开更多
The benzene alkylation process for the production of ethylbenzene has undergone significant improvements during recent decades.Various environmentally benign zeolite-catalyzed ethylbenzene processes,including ZSM-5-ze...The benzene alkylation process for the production of ethylbenzene has undergone significant improvements during recent decades.Various environmentally benign zeolite-catalyzed ethylbenzene processes,including ZSM-5-zeolite-based vapor-phase ethylbenzene processes and Y-,β-,and MCM-22-zeolite-based liquid-phase processes,have been developed and commercialized.Pure ethylene,ethanol,and dilute ethylene have been used as ethylation agents.Here,the development and industrial application of alkylation catalysts and benzene ethylation techniques are summarized,and some other promising innovations are discussed.Recent advances in benzene alkylation over hierarchical zeolites with improved access to active sites and molecular transport are also covered.Zeolites with short diffusion lengths are promising candidates as better alkylation catalysts.The key point is how to obtain such materials easily and economically.The structure-activity relationships of commercial zeolites in these processes are discussed.Liquid-phase processes catalyzed by β and MCM-22 are more profitable than vapor-phase processes catalyzed by ZSM-5.展开更多
Efficient conversion of lignin to fine chemicals and biofuel become more and more attractive in biorefinery. In this work, we used a series of silica-alumina catalysts （i.e., SiO2-Al2O3, HY, Hβ, and HZSM-5） to degr...Efficient conversion of lignin to fine chemicals and biofuel become more and more attractive in biorefinery. In this work, we used a series of silica-alumina catalysts （i.e., SiO2-Al2O3, HY, Hβ, and HZSM-5） to degrade lignin into arenes and phenols. The relationship between the catalyst structure and lignin depolymerization performance was investigated. The results showed that both acidity and pore size of the catalyst could influence the conversion of lignin. In the volatilizable product, phenols were identified as the main phenolic monomers via gas chromatography-mass spectrometer. SIO2-Al2O3 was the most efficient catalyst, giving 90.96% degree of conversion, 12.91% yield of phenols, and 2.41% yield of arenes in ethanol at 280℃ for 4 h. The Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and ^1H nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy analysis demonstrated that deoxygenation and alkylation occurred in this process. The effect of solvents was also investigated and the results showed that ethanol was the most efficient solvent.展开更多
An Hβ-supported heteropoly acid （H3PW12O40 （HPW）/Hβ） catalyst was successfully prepared by wetness impregnation, and investigated in the alkylation of toluene with tert-butyl alcohol for the synthesis of 4-tert-...An Hβ-supported heteropoly acid （H3PW12O40 （HPW）/Hβ） catalyst was successfully prepared by wetness impregnation, and investigated in the alkylation of toluene with tert-butyl alcohol for the synthesis of 4-tert-butyltoluene （PTBT）. X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, transmis- sion electron microscopy, fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, inductively coupled plas- ma-optical emission spectrometry, the brunauer emmett teller （BET） method, tempera- ture-programmed NH3 desorption, and pyridine adsorption infrared spectroscopy were used to characterize the catalyst. The results showed that loading HPW on Hβ effectively increased the B acidity and decreased the pore size of Hβ. The B acidity of HPW/Hβ was 142.97 μmol/g, which is 69.74% higher than that of Hβ （84.23 μmol/g）. The catalytic activity of the HPW/Hβ catalyst was much better than that of the parent Hβ zeolite because of its high B acidity. The toluene conversion over HPW/Hβ reached 73.1%, which is much higher than that achieved with Hβ （54.0%）. When HPW was loaded on Hβ, the BET surface area of Hβ decreased from 492.5 to 379.6 m2/g, accompa- nied by a significant decrease in the pore size from 3.90 to 3.17 nm. Shape selectivity can therefore play an important role and increase the product selectivity of the HPW/Hβ catalyst compared with that of the parent Hβ. PTBT （kinetic diameter 0.58 nm） can easily diffuse through the narrowed pores of HPW/Hβ, but 3-tert-butyltoluene （kinetic diameter 0.65 nm） diffusion is restricted because of steric hindrance in these narrow pores. This results in high PTBT selectivity over HPW/Hβ （around 81%）. The HPW/Hβ catalyst gave a stable catalytic performance in reusability tests.展开更多
基金This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China.
文摘The asymmetric alkylations of chiral transition metal complexes derived from (+)-camphor and 2-aminomethyl-6-methylpyridine were examined under mild conditions.The formation of the complexes 2 is conductive to the enhancement of di- astereoselectivity in the alkylations at room temperature.
文摘Resorcarens 1a-b (R'=Ph, p-MeOC6H4) were fully alkylated with alkyl iodides or bromides in TEBA/KOH/DMF solid-liquid PTC process with 63-82% yields, whereas the three calix[4]pyrroles 3a-b (2R= 2Me, (CH2)(4), (CH2)(5)) were alkylated with alkyl iodides in TBAB/ 50%NaOH/ CH2Cl2 liquid-liquid PTC system with lower yields (10-38%).
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(GG2065010002)and KY(2060000119)support from the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(WK2060120003)Anhui Provincial Natural Science Foundation(1908085QB53)。
文摘A simple ammonium iodide salt in amide solvent catalyzes regioselective decarboxylative alkylation of C(sp^(3))-H bonds of Naryl glycine derivatives, of C(sp^(2))-H bond of heteroarenes, and cascade radical addition to unsaturated bond followed by intramolecular addition to arene, with a broad scope of N-hydroxyphthalimide derived redox active esters under visible light irradiation. The reactions are suggested to proceed through photoactivation of a transiently assembled chromophore from electron-deficient phthalimide moiety and iodide anion through an anion-π interaction in solvent cage followed by diffusion to generate solvated free radical species to react with C-H substrates. The simplicity, practicality, and broad substrate scope of this method highlight the synthetic power of photocatalysis through transiently assembled chromophore, and will hopefully inspire further developments of low cost photocatalysis based on various non-covalent interactions, which are prevalent in supramolecular chemistry and biosystems, for sustainable organic synthesis.
基金Joint Project of Dalian University of Technology-Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics (HX20230236)。
文摘Zeolite nanosheets with a short b-axis thickness are highly desirable in lots of catalytic reactions due to their reduced diffusion resistance. Nevertheless, conventional synthesis methods usually require expensive structure-directing agents(SDAs), pricey raw materials, and eco-unfriendly fluorine-containing additives. Here, we contributed a cost-effective and fluoride-free synthesis method for synthesizing high-quality MFI zeolite nanosheets through a Silicalite-1(Sil-1) seed suspension and urea cooperative strategy, only with inexpensive colloidal silica as the Si source. Our approach was effective for synthesizing both Sil-1 and aluminum-containing ZSM-5 nanosheets. By optimizing key synthesis parameters,including seed aging time, seed quantity, and urea concentration, we achieved precise control over the crystal face aspect ratio and b-axis thickness. We also revealed a non-classical oriented nanosheet growth mechanism, where Sil-1 seeds induced the formation of quasi-ordered precursor particles, and the(010)crystal planes of these particles facilitated urea adsorption, thereby promoting c-axis-oriented growth.The obtained ZSM-5 nanosheets exhibited exceptional catalytic performance in the benzene alkylation with ethanol, maintaining stability for over 500 h, which is 5 times longer than traditional ZSM-5 catalysts. Furthermore, large-scale production of ZSM-5 nanosheets was successfully carried out in a 3 L highpressure autoclave, yielding samples consistent with those from laboratory-scale synthesis. This work marks a significant step forward in the sustainable and efficient production of MFI nanosheets using inexpensive and environmentally friendly raw materials, offering the broad applicability in catalysis.
文摘Polyfluoroarenes represent an essential group of compounds in the fields of medical and material chemistry.It is still a challenge to synthesize alkylated polyfluoroarenes.Herein,a Ni-catalyzed reductive alkylation of polyfluoroarenes with alkyl halides under mild conditions is reported.Polyfluoroarenes(3~6 F)can reacted smoothly with a diverse range of alkyl halides,such as primary,secondary,and tertiary alkyl iodides.The efficient formation of C(sp2)—C(sp3)can be achieved through the combination of Ni catalysis and(Bpin)2/K2CO3 as terminal reductant.
文摘Direct enantioselective allylic C—H functionalization has emerged as a powerful strategy for the asymmetric syn-thesis of highly valuable chiral products.Herein,a Rh(III)-catalyzed enantioselective allylic C—H alkylation of unactivated alkenes withα-diazo carbonyl compounds is described,enabling direct access to chiral products with high efficiency(up to 77%yield,92%ee,and>10∶1 B/L(branched/linear)selectivity).This atom-and step-economical protocol directly converts simple,unactivated substrates into valuable enantioenriched products under mild conditions,providing an efficient catalytic system for asymmetric allylic C—H functionalization.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22278090,21978055)Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province,China(2022A1515012088)。
文摘The cerium-silicate pillared MWW zeolites are fabricated by introducing Ce species into the silica pillars within adjacent MWW layers through a liquid-phase pillaring method,and the multiple-layer structure of MWW zeolites is well maintained.However,it's found that these Ce^(3+)species can produce the Bronsted acid sites by the dissociation of water molecules owing to the electrostatic field of Ce^(3+)cations,the splitting of water molecules occurs following[Ce(H_2O)_n]^(3+)■Ce[(OH)(H_2O)_(n-1)]^(2+)+H^(+)equation based on the Plank-Hirschler mechanism,leading to superior activity of resultant cerium-silicate pillared MWW zeolites in the alkylation between benzene with 1-dodecene.Moreover,the additional Ce species located in the silica pillars can be easily accessed by vip molecules due to the presence of mesopores between neighboring MWW layers,which can strongly active benzene molecules by polarization effect,and dodecyl carbenium ions are preferred to attack the carbon atoms located in activated benzene molecules,resulting in the long lifetime of cerium-silicate pillared MWW zeolites since the oligomerization of long-chain olefins is suppressed.Under harsh reaction conditions(benzene/1-dodecene=10,WHSV=20 h^(-1)),the optimized cerium-silicate pillared MWW zeolite shows outstanding activity(>40%)and excellent selectivity(>85%)of 2-LAB in the alkylation of benzene with 1-dodecene.
基金support from the National Key R&D Program(2023YFD1700500)National Natural Science Foundation of China(22301093)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities and the Central China Normal University(CCNU).
文摘Organophosphate analogues are commonly occurring structural features that are widely present in numerous natural substances, biologically active molecules and modern pharmaceutical compounds. The development of efficient strategies for the preparation of these analogues is still attractive but challenging in organophosphorus chemistry. In order to fill this gap, different new routes have been discovered including direct phosphonylation of alkyl radicals, indirect Arbuzov phosphonylation of alkyl radicals and nucleopilic phosphonylation of phosphorus. In this short review, we have attempted to summarize these recent developments for the synthesis of alkyl phosphonates in order to facilitate the development of green pharmacological alkyl phosphonates by emphasizing their variety of products, specificity and relevance, and providing the underlying mechanistic rationale whenever it is possible. We aim to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the current state of this field and contribute to future research.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52171234)the National Key Research and Development Project(No.2021YFC2400703)
文摘Magnesium (Mg)-based biometals are promising candidates for next-generation biodegradable implants in bone regeneration.However,their rapid biocorrosion in physiological environments necessitates protective coatings to enhance corrosion resistance and osteogenesis.Conventional hydrophobic modifications,while effective in mitigating corrosion,often impair biological responses,hindering tissue integration and bone regeneration.Inspired by the architecture of cell membranes,we developed a novel layered octacalcium phosphate (OCP) coatingintercalated with a hydrophobic alkyl-phosphate-surfactant bilayer,imparting Mg biometals with enhanced bioactivity and resistance to biocorrosion.Additionally,an MgF2transition layer with a mechanically interlocking architecture is fabricated via an in situ growth approach,ensuring the long-term structural integrity and interface stability of the hybrid coating.Compared with conventional coatings,the resulting intercalated organic/inorganic hybrid coatings exhibit exceptional mechanical robustness,remarkable corrosion resistance,and bioactivities conducive to cellular adhesion and proliferation.In vivo implantation tests further revealed a significantly reduced corrosion depth(~1.1μm),minimal inflammatory response,and reduced fibrous encapsulation (~65.2μm),demonstrating its clinical potential.This work pioneers a bioinspired strategy for multifunctional inorganic/organic hybrid coatings,advancing the clinical application of Mg-based implants in osteogenesis.
文摘Herein,we present a copper-catalyzed carbonylative cross-coupling of unactivated alkyl bromides with aryl boronates under CO atmosphere which enabling the efficient synthesis of C(sp3)-C(sp2)ketones with extensive functional group compatibility.This strategy represents a significant advance in copper-catalyzed carbonylation involving alkyl bromides and C(sp2)-nucleophiles.The protocol addresses key challenges commonly encountered in the coupling of C(sp3)-alkyl halides with aryl boron reagents,such as sluggish oxidative addition of alkyl halides,competing Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling,undesired dehalogenation and so on.Distinguished by its broad substrate scope and high functional group tolerance,this approach offers a robust and versatile platform for the streamlined synthesis of alkyl aryl ketones.
基金financial support of the Scientific Research Funds of Huaqiao University (605-50Y17073)
文摘The effects of the structure and concentration of impurities on the alkylation of naphthalene with 1-octene catalyzed by chloroaluminate ionic liquid(IL)were investigated.The presence of impurities containing oxygen and nitrogen led to a decrease in the catalytic performance of chloroaluminate IL.As the water concentration increased to 65 mg·g^(-1),the total selectivity of multi-octylnaphthalene gradually decreased to 42.33%,and the average friction coefficient of the multi-octylnaphthalene base oil gradually increased to 0.201.When the concentration of impurities increased to a critical value,the chloroaluminate IL began to deactivate,leading to a decrease in naphthalene conversion.The critical concentrations for ethanolamine,water,methanol,ether,and diisopentyl sulfide were 33 mg·g^(-1),65 mg·g^(-1),67mg·g^(-1),87 mg·g^(-1),and 123 mg·g^(-1),respectively.Impurities with higher basicity resulted in an earlier onset of chloroaluminate IL deactivation.The changes of Lewis and Brønsted acids in chloroaluminate IL under the influence of impurities were investigated using in situ IR and 27Al NMR spectroscopy.2,6-dimethylpyridine as an indicator could detect the changes of Brønsted acid in chloroaluminate IL better,but the changes of Lewis acid were not obvious because of the overlap between the characteristic peaks.2,6-dichloropyridine as an indicator could exclusively detect the changes of Lewis acid in chloroaluminate IL.With the increase inwater concentration,the Lewis acid in chloroaluminate IL was continuously consumed and converted into Brønsted acid,and the Lewis acid gradually decreased,while the Brønsted acid showed a change of increasing first and then decreasing.
文摘Electrochemical reduction of carbon dioxide(CO_(2)RR)is a promising approach to complete the carbon cycle and potentially convert CO_(2)into valuable chemicals and fuels.Cu is unique among transition metals in its ability to catalyze the CO_(2)RR and produce multi-carbon products.However,achieving high selectivity for C2+products is challenging for copper-based catalysts,as C–C coupling reactions proceed slowly.Herein,a surface modification strategy involving grafting long alkyl chains onto copper nanowires(Cu NWs)has been proposed to regulate the electronic structure of Cu surface,which facilitates*CO-*CO coupling in the CO_(2)RR.The hydrophobicity of the catalysts increases greatly after the introduction of long alkyl chains,therefore the hydrogen evolution reaction(HER)has been inhibited effectively.Such surface modification approach proves to be highly efficient and universal,with the Faradaic efficiency(FE)of C_(2)H_(4) up to 53%for the optimized Cu–SH catalyst,representing a significant enhancement compared to the pristine Cu NWs(30%).In-situ characterizations and theoretical calculations demonstrate that the different terminal groups of the grafted octadecyl chains can effectively regulate the charge density of Cu NWs interface and change the adsorption configuration of*CO intermediate.The top-adsorbed*CO intermediates(*COtop)on Cu–SH catalytic interface endow Cu–SH with the highest charge density,which effectively lowers the reaction energy barrier for*CO-*CO coupling,promoting the formation of the*OCCO intermediate,thereby enhancing the selectivity towards C_(2)H_(4).This study provides a promising method for designing efficient Cu-based catalysts with high catalytic activity and selectivity towards C2H4.
基金financially supported by State Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs(SAFEA)through the High-End Foreign Expert Program(No.BG2021227001)postdoctoral funding from Wuhan University of Science and Technology(No.105008701)。
文摘To enhance the properties of bio-based polyesters,enabling them to more closely mimic the characteristics of terephthalate-based materials,a series of aliphatic-aromatic copolyesters(P_(1)–P_(4))were synthesized via melt polycondensation.Diester monomers M and N were synthesized via the Williamson reaction,using lignin-derived 2-methoxyhydroquinone,methyl 4-chloromethylbenzoate,and methyl chloroacetate as starting materials.Hydroquinone bis(2-hydroxyethyl)ether(HQEE)and 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol(CHDM)were employed as cyclic segments,while 1,4-butanediol(BDO)and 1,6-hexanediol(HDO)served as alkyl segments within the copolymer structures.The novel copolyesters exhibited molecular weights(Mw)in the range of 5.25×10^(4)–5.87×10^(4) g/mol,with polydispersity indices spanning from 2.50–2.66.Evaluation of the structural and thermomechanical properties indicated that the inclusion of alkyl segments induced a reduction in both crystallinity and molecular weight,while significantly improving the flexibility,whereas cyclic segments enhanced the processability of the copolyesters.Copolyesters P_(1) and P_(2),due to the presence of rigid segments(HQEE and CHDM),displayed relatively high glass transition temperatures(Tg>80℃)and melting temperatures(Tm>170℃).Notably,P_(2),incorporating CHDM,exhibited superior elongation properties(272%),attributed to the enhanced chain mobility resulting from its trans-conformation,while P_(1) was found to be likely brittle owing to excessive chain stiffness.Biodegradability assessment using earthworms as bioindicators revealed that the copolyesters demonstrated moderate degradation profiles,with P_(2) exhibiting a degradation rate of 4.82%,followed by P_(4) at 4.07%,P_(3) at 3.65%,and P_(1) at 3.17%.The higher degradation rate of P_(2) was attributed to its relatively larger d-spacing and lower toxicity,which facilitated enzymatic hydrolytic attack by microorganisms.These findings highlight the significance of optimizing the structural chain segments within aliphatic-aromatic copolyesters.By doing so,it is possible to significantly enhance their properties and performance,offering viable bio-based alternatives to petroleum-based polyesters such as polyethylene terephthalate(PET).
基金funded by the National Research Foundation(NRF)of Korea(2020M3H4A3081816,RS-2023-00304936,and RS-2024-00398065).
文摘Various novel conjugated polymers(CPs)have been developed for organic photodetectors(OPDs),but their application to practical image sensors such as X-ray,R/G/B,and fingerprint sensors is rare.In this article,we report the entire process from the synthesis and molecular engineering of novel CPs to the development of OPDs and fingerprint image sensors.We synthesized six benzo[1,2-d:4,5-d’]bis(oxazole)(BBO)-based CPs by modifying the alkyl side chains of the CPs.Several relationships between the molecular structure and the OPD performance were revealed,and increasing the number of linear octyl side chains on the conjugated backbone was the best way to improve Jph and reduce Jd in the OPDs.The optimized CP demonstrated promising OPD performance with a responsivity(R)of 0.22 A/W,specific detectivity(D^(*))of 1.05×10^(13)Jones at a bias of-1 V,rising/falling response time of 2.9/6.9μs,and cut-off frequency(f_(-3dB))of 134 kHz under collimated 530 nm LED irradiation.Finally,a fingerprint image sensor was fabricated by stacking the POTB1-based OPD layer on the organic thin-film transistors(318 ppi).The image contrast caused by the valleys and ridges in the fingerprints was obtained as a digital signal.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22471014 and 22271013)the Beijing Natural Science Foundation(No.2232024)for financial support.
文摘Fast,precise structure determination of unknown compounds has been the foundation but with a persistent challenge in the field of chemical research.Among various chemical characterization techniques,single-crystal X-ray diffraction(SCXRD)stands out as the most straightforward and accurate method in modern structural chemistry.By precisely determining the three-dimensional arrangement of atoms within a crystal,it provides direct atomic-level evidence for understanding the relationship between material structure and properties[1].
文摘The benzene alkylation process for the production of ethylbenzene has undergone significant improvements during recent decades.Various environmentally benign zeolite-catalyzed ethylbenzene processes,including ZSM-5-zeolite-based vapor-phase ethylbenzene processes and Y-,β-,and MCM-22-zeolite-based liquid-phase processes,have been developed and commercialized.Pure ethylene,ethanol,and dilute ethylene have been used as ethylation agents.Here,the development and industrial application of alkylation catalysts and benzene ethylation techniques are summarized,and some other promising innovations are discussed.Recent advances in benzene alkylation over hierarchical zeolites with improved access to active sites and molecular transport are also covered.Zeolites with short diffusion lengths are promising candidates as better alkylation catalysts.The key point is how to obtain such materials easily and economically.The structure-activity relationships of commercial zeolites in these processes are discussed.Liquid-phase processes catalyzed by β and MCM-22 are more profitable than vapor-phase processes catalyzed by ZSM-5.
文摘Efficient conversion of lignin to fine chemicals and biofuel become more and more attractive in biorefinery. In this work, we used a series of silica-alumina catalysts （i.e., SiO2-Al2O3, HY, Hβ, and HZSM-5） to degrade lignin into arenes and phenols. The relationship between the catalyst structure and lignin depolymerization performance was investigated. The results showed that both acidity and pore size of the catalyst could influence the conversion of lignin. In the volatilizable product, phenols were identified as the main phenolic monomers via gas chromatography-mass spectrometer. SIO2-Al2O3 was the most efficient catalyst, giving 90.96% degree of conversion, 12.91% yield of phenols, and 2.41% yield of arenes in ethanol at 280℃ for 4 h. The Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and ^1H nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy analysis demonstrated that deoxygenation and alkylation occurred in this process. The effect of solvents was also investigated and the results showed that ethanol was the most efficient solvent.
文摘An Hβ-supported heteropoly acid （H3PW12O40 （HPW）/Hβ） catalyst was successfully prepared by wetness impregnation, and investigated in the alkylation of toluene with tert-butyl alcohol for the synthesis of 4-tert-butyltoluene （PTBT）. X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, transmis- sion electron microscopy, fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, inductively coupled plas- ma-optical emission spectrometry, the brunauer emmett teller （BET） method, tempera- ture-programmed NH3 desorption, and pyridine adsorption infrared spectroscopy were used to characterize the catalyst. The results showed that loading HPW on Hβ effectively increased the B acidity and decreased the pore size of Hβ. The B acidity of HPW/Hβ was 142.97 μmol/g, which is 69.74% higher than that of Hβ （84.23 μmol/g）. The catalytic activity of the HPW/Hβ catalyst was much better than that of the parent Hβ zeolite because of its high B acidity. The toluene conversion over HPW/Hβ reached 73.1%, which is much higher than that achieved with Hβ （54.0%）. When HPW was loaded on Hβ, the BET surface area of Hβ decreased from 492.5 to 379.6 m2/g, accompa- nied by a significant decrease in the pore size from 3.90 to 3.17 nm. Shape selectivity can therefore play an important role and increase the product selectivity of the HPW/Hβ catalyst compared with that of the parent Hβ. PTBT （kinetic diameter 0.58 nm） can easily diffuse through the narrowed pores of HPW/Hβ, but 3-tert-butyltoluene （kinetic diameter 0.65 nm） diffusion is restricted because of steric hindrance in these narrow pores. This results in high PTBT selectivity over HPW/Hβ （around 81%）. The HPW/Hβ catalyst gave a stable catalytic performance in reusability tests.
