Chalcogen Bonds: How to Characterize Them in Solution?

Chalcogen bonds (ChBs) occur between molecules containing Lewis acidic chalcogen substituents and Lewis bases. Recently, ChB emerged as a pivotal interaction in solution-based applications such as anion recognition, anion transport and catalysis. However, before moving to applications, the involvement of ChB must be established in solution. In this Concept article, we provide a brief review of the currently available experimental investigations of ChB in solution.

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This Concept article provides a brief review of the currently available experimental investigations of Chalcogen bonds (ChBs) in solution. ChBs are bonds that occur between molecules containing Lewis acidic chalcogen substituents and Lewis bases, and have recently emerged as pivotal interactions in solution-based applications.