Nanographene and Graphene Nanoribbon Synthesis via Alkyne Benzannulations

The extension of π-conjugation of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) via alkyne benzannulation reactions has become an increasingly utilized tool over the past few years. This short review will highlight recent work of alkyne benzannulations in the context of large nanographene as well a...

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Main Authors: Amber D. Senese, Wesley A. Chalifoux
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-12-01
Series:Molecules
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/24/1/118
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Summary:The extension of π-conjugation of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) via alkyne benzannulation reactions has become an increasingly utilized tool over the past few years. This short review will highlight recent work of alkyne benzannulations in the context of large nanographene as well as graphene nanoribbon synthesis along with a brief discussion of the interesting physical properties these molecules display.
ISSN:1420-3049