Calix[4]tubes and Calix[4] semitubes A new class of ionophore

The development of a novel class of ionophore based on bis-calix[4]arene molecular structures, the calix[4]tubes and the structurally related calix[4] semitubes, is reviewed in this chapter. The parent system exhibits remarkable selectivity for potassium over all group 1 metal cations and barium. Me...

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Main Authors: Matthews, SE, Beer, P
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: Springer Netherlands 2007