Title
Improved Functionality and Control in the Isomerization of a Calix[4]Arene-Capped Azobenzene
Publication Date
2011
Document Type
Article
Issue
10
Abstract
An improved azobenzene core capped by two calix[4]arene units isomerizes readily between trans and cis configurations via photochemical and/or thermal means. In addition, the presence of acid (particularly HCl) increases the rate of thermal cis→trans conversion. These enhancements to the functional response, control, and understanding of calixarene-capped azobenzene isomerization are important for future application in the dynamic encapsulation of small chemical species. © 2011 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
Keywords
Azobenzene, Calixarene, Photoisomerization, Stimuli-responsive material, Thermal isomerization
Recommended Citation
Bonvallet, Paul A.; Mullen, Max R.; Evans, Paul J.; Stoltz, Kristen L.; and Story, Erica N., "Improved Functionality and Control in the Isomerization of a Calix[4]Arene-Capped Azobenzene" (2011). Tetrahedron Letters, (10), 1117-1120. 10.1016/j.tetlet.2010.12.107. Retrieved from https://openworks.wooster.edu/facpub/130