Advances in Coordination Chemistry 2.0

Dear Colleagues,

The use of coordination compounds dates back to prehistoric times. The earliest documented use is probably that of alizarin, hydroxyanthraquinone, a textile dye that produces a bright red colour in combination with aluminium ions [Kaufmann, G.B. Coordination Chemistry: History. In Encyclopedia of Inorganic Chemistry; Scott, R.A., Ed.; Wiley: New York; USA, 2006]. A milestone in the evolution of coordination chemistry is the revolutionary theory proposed by Alfred Werner in 1893, which laid foundations for modern coordination chemistry. Today, IUPAC defines a coordination compound as any compound that is composed of a central atom, usually that of a metal, to which is attached a surrounding array of other atoms or groups of atoms, each of which is called a ligand [IUPAC Recommendations 2005]. Active sites in many enzymes that regulate biological processes are coordination compounds, as well as many catalysts used in the transformation of organic substances. Studies of interactions between metal ions and ligands may provide insights into catalysed reactions. The field of coordination chemistry is broad, with almost each metal ion or ligand making up its own subfield. The abundant reports in recent literature show that interest in coordination chemistry remains unwaning and that focus has shifted from comprehensive theories of bonding towards the application and synthesis of compounds designed for specific use. We will dedicate this Special Issue to all aspects of coordination chemistry.

Any study related to the original or mini-review in Coordination Chemistry has a place in this Special issue. Thus the Keywords are broad suggestions, so that any contribution that fully or partially matches one or more of these suggestions will be well received.

Prof. Dr. Juan Niclós-Gutiérrez
Dr. Miquel Barceló-Oliver
Guest Editors

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