Events in inorganic chemistry.

Molecular Quantum Information Science with Electron Spins

Abstract: Quantum technologies based on molecular electron spin coherence afford unique potential in miniaturization, spatial localization, and tunability through synthetic chemistry and our ability to leverage and manipulate more complex biological systems. However, many applications within molecular quantum information science hinge on prolonged spin relaxation, a process that effectively leaks quantum information into the environment. Additionally, applications such as quantum sensing with molecular quantum bits (qubits) have only recently undergone exploration.

The missing piece: in situ diffraction for catalytic understanding

Abstract: For decades the materials paradigm has been a linear process used to connect structure to properties and performance. However, this wrongfully assumes that the operating conditions under which the materials work do not affect the structure measured under ambient or mild conditions. In this work, several oxygen transport membranes have been studied under industrially relevant conditions for the partial oxidation of methane via in situ neutron and synchrotron diffraction.

Intercalation, Oxidation, and Bond Formation in Metal Chalcogenides

Abstract: 1D or 2D metal chalcogenide exhibit a plethora of interesting properties ranging from magnetism and superconductivity to catalysis. We developed a unique set of hybrid compounds composed of infinite 1D or 2D iron-chalcogenide fragments and 0D coordination complexes. In this way the magnetic interactions and tunability can be segregated into two different sublattices of a hybrid material. Utilizing coordination chemistry methodology to tune the molecular amine complexes we can manipulate the composition structure and properties of the hybrid materials.

f-Block Metal–Arene Interaction: Dual Reactivity at Metal and Arene

The metal–arene interactions motivated the advancement of chemical bond theory, and enabled a wide range of applications in synthesis and catalysis. In addition, ligand designs incorporating metal–arene interaction led to breakthroughs in stabilizing unusual oxidation states, and empowering small molecule activation and catalysis. Our group focuses on utilizing f-block metal-arene interactions in synthesis and catalysis.

Unconventional Approaches for Mediating Redox Reactions

Abstract: Reactions involving electron transfers are known as oxidation-reduction, or redox, processes, common and vital to our daily lives. Redox reactions lie at the heart of chemical, biological, environmental, and energy sciences and technologies. Here, we show how employing unconventional approaches and blueprints to a broad range of redox reactions taking place within homogeneous photocatalysts, protein scaffolds, and electrochemical systems provides an avenue for novel chemistries.

Magnetic anisotropy of Lanthanide Complexes: study and control.

Abstract: Magnetic anisotropy (MA), i.e., the direction-dependent magnetic response of a material, is a key property in, e.g., the fields of quantum information, cryogenics and structural determination. Achieving a deep understanding and, ultimately, a full control over MA is therefore highly desirable. In this talk we will present how MA of molecules can be studied and exploited. We will explore how the study of MA has revealed periodic trends in the lanthanide series, of fundamental relevance in inorganic chemistry.

Simplifying Synthesis at the Interface of Organic and Materials Chemistry

Abstract: Porous framework materials, including metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), are highly tunable materials with myriad potential applications ranging from chemical separations to gas storage to catalysis. This is due to the unusual local environment offered by their pores. Herein we will discuss how this tunability can be used to unlock new reactive species relevant to organic synthesis and catalysis, focusing on fluorination chemistry, which is critical to the pharmaceutical, polymer, and agrochemical industries.

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