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- The study introduces a new method called active-template coupling to enhance the production of a specific molecular structure known as a [3]rotaxane.
- This method allows the system to self-sort, meaning it can selectively increase the quantity of the desired product while reducing other unwanted threaded components.
- The approach is presented as a proof-of-concept, demonstrating the potential for optimizing molecular design through kinetic processes.
Article Abstract
In this proof-of-concept study, an active-template coupling is used to demonstrate a novel kinetic self-sorting process. This process iteratively increases the yield of the target heterocircuit [3]rotaxane product at the expense of other threaded species.
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