Chemical Chartographisis: a contemporary perspective in molecular design and synthesis

The use of flexible molecular systems in solution, without strictly controlling their behaviour, has frequently been productive. Their potential could increase by a more holistic view of the reaction(s) process(es) in which they are involved. In this perspective, we introduce a broader approach - Chemical Chartographisis - and discuss three projects in detail to illustrate its potential. The topics involve bimetallic 3d/4f species and coordination compounds built from benzotriazole-based and (a)symmetric salan ligands and focus on catalytic and, in less detail, biological-related examples. We introduce a contemporary perspective in molecular design and synthesis, named Chemical Chartographisis.

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This article introduces a contemporary approach in molecular design and synthesis, called Chemical Chartographisis, which enhances the potential of flexible molecular systems by taking a holistic view of the reaction processes. The article discusses three projects in detail, involving catalytic and biologically related examples.