Current Trends in MOF (Metal-Organic Framework) and Metal X-ides

Abstract

Metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) are a class of porous two- or three-dimensional infinite structure materials consisting of metal ions or clusters and organic linkers, which are connected via coordination bonds [...]

A novel cartilage-targeting MOF-HMME-RGD sonosensitizer combined with sonodynamic therapy to enhance chondrogenesis and cartilage regeneration

“…Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are a category of porous coordination polymers that have garnered significant attention due to their growing and practical applications. The formation of coordination bonds is facilitated by the coordination of metal ions or clusters with functional organic ligands, resulting in the creation of these frameworks ( Wen et al, 2023 ). MOFs have attracted extensive research interest and have been widely used in drug delivery due to the unique features of facile synthesis, diverse compositions, adjustable porosity, high surface areas, easy surface functionalization, good dispersibility, high loading capacities, and tunable biocompatibility ( Jiang et al, 2023 ).…”

Synergistic Enhancement of Photocatalytic H2 Evolution over NH2-MIL-125 Modified with Dual Cocatalyst

“…However, most of the photocatalysts still exist shortcomings such as susceptibility to photo corrosion, rapid electron–hole pairs recombination, and limited light response range, further resulting in weak photocatalytic activity. − Therefore, it is necessary to develop efficient and green photocatalysts to overcome these hurdles. Fortunately, among all the above-mentioned photocatalysts, Metal–organic frameworks (MOFs), integrating metal ions or clusters with organic ligands, − are considered promising photocatalysts, owing to their large specific surface area, tunable structure, and high porosity. − In a variety of MOFs, NH 2 -MIL-125 has merits with low price, high thermal stability and greenest, etc . Moreover, the band gap (2.6 eV) of NH 2 -MIL-125 is reduced and the light absorption range is extended to the visible light region (approximately 46% of sunlight) owing to NH 2 -MIL-125 bearing with electron-donating group. , As a result, NH 2 -MIL-125 is widely used in the field of photocatalysis to elevate the photocatalytic performance.…”