Organic Ligands: Design, Synthesis and Application

Dear Colleagues,

The area of coordination chemistry is a rich field which is constantly expanding and which encompasses numerous disciplines. Starting from the design of a ligand and, subsequently, the synthesis of the actual organic compound, the process culminates in the formation of a coordination complex. Taking into account the further applications of these complexes, this truly embraces an enormous field with endless possibilities.

This Special Issue aims to present the current state of the art regarding the synthetic endeavors leading to the ligands of interest, as well as applying these for the synthesis of metal–organic complexes. The latter can be used in diverse areas of chemistry, namely, materials science (where MOFs have taken up a special place for many years), structural chemistry (oriented toward interesting topologies), and medicinal chemistry. All contributions in these areas are welcome, with special emphasis on mini reviews.

Prof. Dr. Liliana Dobrzańska
Guest Editor

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