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A catenane in which a π-donor and a π-acceptor unit are both present within the same ring has been prepared using a dynamic combinatorial approach

Contrary to previous observations, the surface of a near-surface alloy rearranges to reveal the less-reactive metal on adsorption of carbon monoxide

The linking of coupled 'nanomagnets' in a single molecule creates the possibility of an entangled three-qubit system for quantum computing

Linking heterometallic complexes can lead to a dramatic change in their magnetic behaviour

Contrary to a long-used model, electrons moving in polymer semiconductors can retain coherence as they travel along the chain

A back-to-back bowl structure that is rapidly formed from simple components could significantly simplify the preparation of supramolecular polymers

The concentration of anions such as chloride and fluoride can be determined in the presence of significant amounts of water using a neutral organic receptor

The self-assembly of organic molecules into columns leads to the formation of a photoresponsive field-effect transistor

The effect of heteroatoms on aromatic π–π interactions has been investigated theoretically

A linear two-coordinate iron complex with an extremely large magnetic moment and internal hyperfine field

The structure and properties of graphene can be manipulated by reversible hydrogenation

The intrinsic binding behaviour of pyrazole derivatives with peptides can be observed in the gas phase

A pseudorotaxane model provides an opportunity to understand the mechanics of biomolecular processes

A low-cost fuel cell free from noble metals has been developed, and comprises an alkaline polymer electrolyte, a silver cathode and a nickel anode decorated with chromium

Crytophane xenon biosensors have been used to distinguish between structurally similar isozymes of carbonic anhydrase