Microscopic Building Blocks: New Dual-Functional Supramolecular Structures Unveiled

A recent study by Yokohama National University has introduced a groundbreaking methodology in materials science, achieving the self-assembly of dual-pore molecular crystals using advanced sorting techniques. This innovation paves the way for the development of multifunctional materials with diverse applications.

Versatile molecular frameworks known as discrete supramolecular structures function as customizable microscopic building blocks for numerous applications. These structures can be used in drug delivery, create unique environments for catalytic reactions, or be integrated into molecular machines.