Publications by authors named "Luis Lezama"

Article Synopsis
  • The study focuses on synthesizing and analyzing the structure of a compound featuring imidazolium ions as countercations, based on previously known crystal structures.
  • Various techniques, including thermal stability assessments and spectral analysis, reveal differences in how the pentadentate chelator µ-EDTA interacts with copper centers in two different compounds.
  • The findings highlight the impact of imidazolium ions on the magnetic properties and stability of the structures, supported by DFT calculations showing significant hydrogen bonding and stacking interactions within the trinuclear anion.
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Replacement of the heteroatom from Si to Ge has a strong influence on the luminescence properties of a series of hybrid, sandwich-type K[Ln(α-GeWO)(CHBrNO)]·14HO (1Ge-Ln, Ln = Sm to Lu) anions. Interestingly, the Gd and Yb derivatives retain their ability to display slow relaxation of magnetisation.

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We report the synthesis and study of the optoelectronic, magnetic, and chiroptical properties of a helically chiral diradicaloid based on dibenzoindeno[2,1-]fluorene. The molecule shows a small HOMO-LUMO gap and a moderate singlet-triplet gap, which agrees with the results of DFT calculations. The helical structure of the compound, confirmed by X-ray diffraction, is configurationally stable, which allows the isolation of both enantiomers and the evaluation of the chiroptical properties (ECD).

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Recent studies have shown that the largest employed thermoset family, polyurethanes (PUs), has great potential to be reprocessed due to the dynamic behavior of carbamate linkage. However, it requires high temperatures, especially in the case of aliphatic PUs, which causes side reactions besides the desired exchange reaction. To facilitate the reprocessing of aliphatic PUs, in this work, we have explored the dynamic potential of alkoxyamine bonds in PU networks to facilitate the reprocessing under mild conditions considering their fast recombination ability.

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The reaction between neutral bis(picolinate)copper(II) complexes and copper(II)-monosubstituted Keggin-type phosphotungstate anions formed leads to the formation of the hybrid [C(NH)][{PWOCu(HO)}{Cu(pic)}]·10HO compound (1, pic = picolinate) in the presence of structure-directing guanidinium cations. Single-crystal X-ray diffraction studies demonstrate that 1 contains dimeric {PWOCu(HO)}{Cu(pic)} molecular species constituted by two Keggin-type anions linked by one {Cu(pic)} octahedral complex through axial coordination to their terminal oxygen atoms. The extensive hydrogen-bonding network established by guanidium cations and Keggin clusters plays a key role in retaining the crystallinity of the system throughout dehydration to allow a single-crystal-to-single-crystal (SCSC) transformation into the anhydrous [C(NH)][{PWOCu}{Cu(pic)}] (2a) at 170 °C.

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Luminescent Mn(II)-based organic-inorganic hybrid halides have drawn attention as potential materials for sensing and photonics applications. Here, the synthesis and characterization of methylammonium (MA) manganese bromide ((MA)BrMn(HO), (n = 1, 4 and x = 3, 6)) with different stoichiometries of the organic cation and inorganic counterpart, are reported. While the Mn centers have an octahedral conformation, the two coordinating water molecules are found either in cis (1) or in trans (2) positions.

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Sodium-air batteries (SABs) are receiving considerable attention for the development of next generation battery alternatives due to their high theoretical energy density (up to 1105 W h kg). However, most of the studies on this technology are still based on organic solvents; in particular, diglyme, which is highly flammable and toxic for the unborn child. To overcome these safety issues, this research investigates the first use of a branched ether solvent 1,2,3-trimethoxypropane (TMP) as an alternative electrolyte to diglyme for SABs.

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Reactions in water between the Cu(µ-EGTA) chelate (EGTA = ethylene-bis(oxyethyleneimino)tetraacetate(4-) ion) and Hdap in molar ratios 1:1 and 1:2 yield only blue crystals of the ternary compound [Cu(μ-EGTA)(μ-H(N)dap)(HO)]·7HO (), which has been studied via single-crystal X-ray diffraction and various physical methods (thermal stability, spectral and magnetic properties), as well as DFT theoretical calculations. In the crystal, uncoordinated water is disordered. The tetranuclear complex molecule also has some irrelevant disorder in an EGTA-ethylene moiety.

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To solve the toxicity issues related to lead-based halide perovskite solar cells, the lead-free double halide perovskite CsAgBiBr is proposed. However, reduced rate of charge transfer in double perovskites affects optoelectronic performance. We designed a series of pyridine-based small molecules with four different arms attached to the pyridine core as hole-selective materials by using interface engineering.

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In recent years, much effort has been invested into developing multifunctional drug delivery systems to overcome the drawbacks of conventional carriers. Magnetic nanoparticles are not generally used as carriers but can be functionalised with several different biomolecules and their size can be tailored to present a hyperthermia response, allowing for the design of multifunctional systems which can be active in therapies. In this work, we have designed a drug carrier nanosystem based on FeO nanoparticles with large heating power and 4-amino-2-pentylselenoquinazoline as an attached drug that exhibits oxidative properties and high selectivity against a variety of cancer malignant cells.

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Functional inks for light-based 3D printing are actively being searched for being able to exploit all the potentialities of additive manufacturing. Herein, a fast visible-light photopolymerization process is showed of conductive PEDOT:PSS hydrogels. For this purpose, a new Type II photoinitiator system (PIS) based on riboflavin (Rf), triethanolamine (TEA), and poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene):poly(styrenesulfonate) (PEDOT:PSS) is investigated for the visible light photopolymerization of acrylic monomers.

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The 3D hybrid framework [{Cu(cyclam)} (κ-Mo O )] ⋅ 14H O (1) (cyclam=1,4,8,11-tetraazacyclotetradecane) undergoes sequential single-crystal-to-single-crystal transformations upon heating to afford two different anhydrous phases (2 a and 3 a). These transitions modify the framework dimensionality and enable the isomerization of κ-octamolybdate (κ-Mo ) anions into λ (2 a) and μ (3 a) forms through metal migration. Hydration of 3 a involves condensation of one water molecule to the cluster to afford the γ-Mo isomer in 4, which dehydrates back into 3 a through the 6 a intermediate.

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Mn(II)-based perovskite materials are being intensively explored for lighting applications; understanding the role of ligands regarding their photobehavior is fundamental for their development. Herein, we report on two Mn (II) bromide perovskites using monovalent (perovskite 1, P1) and bivalent (perovskite 2, P2) alkyl interlayer spacers. The perovskites were characterized with powder X-ray diffraction (PXRD), electron spin paramagnetic resonance (EPR), steady-state, and time-resolved emission spectroscopy.

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The ferromagnetic resonance (FMR) in the frequency range of 0.5 to 12.5 GHz has been investigated as a function of external magnetic field for rapidly quenched FeCoCrSiB amorphous ribbons with different features of the effective magnetic anisotropy.

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A new photoinitiator system (PIS) based on riboflavin (Rf), triethanolamine, and multiwalled carbon nanobutes (MWCNTs) is presented for visible-light-induced photopolymerization of acrylic monomers. Using this PIS, photopolymerization of acrylamide and other acrylic monomers was quantitative in seconds. The intervention mechanism of CNTs in the PIS was studied deeply, proposing a surface interaction of MWCNTs with Rf which favors the radical generation and the initiation step.

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The reaction of mid to late lanthanide ions with the ,'-dimethyl-,'-bis(2-hydroxy-3-formyl-5-bromobenzyl)ethylene-diamine organic ligand and monolacunary Keggin type [α-SiWO] anion affords a series of isostructural compounds, namely, K[Ln(α-SiWO)(CHBrNO)]·14HO (-Ln, Ln = Sm to Lu). The molecular structure of these sandwich-type complexes is formed by the Ln ion in a biaugmented trigonal prismatic geometry, which occupies the external O site of the organic ligand and the vacant site of the lacunary polyoxometalate (POM) unit. The empty NO coordination site of the organic ligand allows its unprecedented folding, which displays a relative perpendicular arrangement of aromatic groups.

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To drive the development of perovskite solar cells (PSCs), hole-transporting materials are imperative. In this context, pyridine derivatives are being probed as small molecules-based hole-transporting materials due to their Lewis base and electron-deficient unit. Herein, we focused our investigation on pyridine isomer molecules 4,4'-(10-(pyridin--yl)-10-phenothiazine-3,7-diyl)bis(,-bis(4-methoxyphenyl)aniline) ( = , , or ), in which the pyridine nitrogen heteroatom is located at the 2, 3, and 4 positions, named as , , and , respectively.

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The main objective of the preparation of the FeGaO (0.14 ≤ ≤ 1.35) system was to further the knowledge of the magnetic response of Ga-doped magnetite for application as MRI contrast agents.

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The hybrid compound [Cu(cyclam)(HO)][{Cu(cyclam)}{-HAsMoO(HO)}]·9HO () (cyclam = 1,4,8,11-tetraazacyclotetradecane) was synthesized in aqueous solution by reacting the {Cu(cyclam)} complex with a mixture of heptamolybdate and an arsenate(V) source. Crystal packing of exhibits a supramolecular open-framework built of discrete covalent molybdoarsenate/metalorganic units and additional [Cu(cyclam)(HO)] cations, the stacking of which generates squarelike channels parallel to the axis with an approximate cross section of 10 × 11 Å where all the hydration water molecules are hosted. Thermal evacuation of solvent molecules yields a new anhydrous crystalline phase, but compound does not preserve its single-crystalline nature upon heating.

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Hole-selective layers are an indispensable component for the fabrication of effective perovskite solar cells. We designed and developed two phenothiazine-based hole transport materials: with an electron-donating sulfur atom and with an electron-withdrawing sulfone group in the core. in contrast to possesses a unique molecular orbital distribution and lower dihedral angles, which endowed it with excellent optoelectrical properties, improved charge transportation, and thermal stability.

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In the extensive field of metal ions, their interactions with nucleic acids, and their constituents, the main aim of this work is to develop a metal chelate suitable to recognize two molecules of an adenine nucleoside. For this purpose, the dinuclear chelate Cu (µ-EDTA) (ethylenediaminetetraacetate(4-) ion (EDTA)) is chosen as a bicephalic receptor model for N9-(2-hydroxyethyl)adenine (9heade). A one-pot synthesis is reported to obtain the compound [Cu(µ-EDTA)(9heade)(HO)]·3HO, which has been characterized by single-crystal X-ray diffraction and various spectral, thermal, and magnetic methods.

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Composites based on chitin (CH) biopolymer and metal-organic framework (MOF) microporous nanoparticles have been developed as broad-scope pollutant absorbent. Detailed characterization of the CH/MOF composites revealed that the MOF nanoparticles interacted through electrostatic forces with the CH matrix, inducing compartmentalization of the CH macropores that led to an overall surface area increase in the composites. This created a micro-, meso-, and macroporous structure that efficiently retained pollutants with a broad spectrum of different chemical natures, charges, and sizes.

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In agriculture, the applied nitrogen (N) can be lost in the environment in different forms because of microbial transformations. It is of special concern the nitrate (NO) leaching and the nitrous oxide (NO) emissions, due to their negative environmental impacts. Nitrification inhibitors (NIs) based on dimethylpyrazole (DMP) are applied worldwide in order to reduce N losses.

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Herein, the synthesis and study of bifunctional coordination polymers (CPs) with both magnetic and photoluminescence properties, derived from a heterometallic environment, are reported. As a starting point, three isostructural monometallic CPs with the formula [M(μ-2ani) ] (M =Mn (1 ), Co (3 ) and Ni (4 ); 2ani=2-aminonicotinate), crystallise as chiral 2D-layered structures stacked by means of supramolecular interactions. These compounds show high thermal stability in the solid state (above 350 °C), despite which, in aqueous solution, compound 1 is shown to partially transform into a novel 1D chain CP with the formula [Mn(2ani) (μ-H O) ] (2 ).

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Acute Cr water pollution due to anthropogenic activities is an increasing worldwide concern. The high toxicity and mobility of Cr makes it necessary to develop dual adsorbent/ion-reductive materials that are able to capture Cr and transform it efficiently into the less hazardous Cr . An accurate description of chromium speciation at the adsorbent/ion-reductive matrix is key to assessing whether Cr is completely reduced to Cr , or if its incomplete transformation has led to the stabilization of highly reactive, transient Cr species within the material.

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