Two
new
1D
ladder-like
cadmium(II)
coordination
polymers,
[Cd(4,4′-bipy)(benz)(NO3)]n
(1)
and
[Cd3
(4,4′-bipy)4(benz)6(H2O)2]n
(2)
(4,4′-bipy
=
4,4′-bipyridine
benzH
benzoic
acid)
were
obtained
from
the
reaction
of
Cd(NO3)2⋅4H2O,
4,4′-bipy
at
different
pH
conditions
5.0
7.0,
respectively.
Single-crystal
X-ray
analysis
reveals
that
compound
1
presents
a
chain
formed
by
doubly
syn-anti
carboxylate
bridged
dimeric
Cd(II)
units,
[Cd2(benz)2(NO3)2]
which
are
connected
bridging
ligands.
While,
2
is
constructed
[Cd(1)(benz)2]
[Cd(2)(benz)2(H2O)2]
units
further
linked
together
ligands,
generate
nets.
The
photoluminescent
sensing
properties
compounds
for
small
organic
molecules
have
been
investigated.
Interestingly,
results
show
both
present
selective
response
to
acetone
in
acetonitrile
media
through
luminescence
quenching
with
LOD
concentration
0.049
v/v%
(387
ppm)
0.082
(646
2,
Journal of Molecular Modeling,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
30(4)
Published: March 13, 2024
Abstract
The
characterization
of
normal
mode
(CNM)
procedure
coupled
with
an
adiabatic
connection
scheme
(ACS)
between
local
and
vibrational
modes,
both
being
a
part
the
Local
Vibrational
Mode
theory
developed
in
our
group,
can
identify
spectral
changes
as
structural
fingerprints
that
monitor
symmetry
alterations,
such
those
caused
by
Jahn-Teller
(JT)
distortions.
Employing
PBE0/Def2-TZVP
level
theory,
we
investigated
this
proof-of-concept
study
hexaaquachromium
cation
case,
$$[\text
{Cr}{(\text
{OH}_{2})}_{6}]^{3+}$$
[Cr(OH2)6]3+
/
{Cr}(\text
{OH}_{2})_{6}]^{2+}$$
,
commonly
known
example
for
JT
distortion,
followed
more
difficult
ferrous
ferric
hexacyanide
anion
{Fe}{(\text
{CN})}_{6}]^{4-}$$
FeCN4-
{CN})}_{6}]^{3-}$$
.
We
found
cases
CNM
characteristic
modes
reflects
delocalization
consistent
high
ACS
confirms
breaking,
evidenced
separation
axial
equatorial
group
frequencies.
As
underlined
Cremer-Kraka
criterion
covalent
bonding,
from
to
{OH}_{2})}_{6}]^{2+}$$
there
is
increase
covalency
whereas
bonds
shift
toward
electrostatic
character.
From
observed
without
altering
bond
nature.
Distinct
$$\pi
$$
π
back-donation
disparity
could
be
confirmed
comparison
isolated
$$\text
{CN}^{-}$$
system.
In
summary,
positions
CNM/ACS
protocol
robust
tool
investigating
less-explored
distortions,
paving
way
future
applications.
Graphical
abstract
relates
breaking
giving
rise
frequencies
Molecular Pharmaceutics,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 13, 2025
Lumefantrine
(LMF)
is
a
low-solubility
antimalarial
drug
that
cures
acute,
uncomplicated
malaria.
It
exerts
its
pharmacological
effects
against
erythrocytic
stages
of
Plasmodium
spp.
and
prevents
malaria
pathogens
from
producing
nucleic
acid
protein,
thereby
eliminating
the
parasites.
Modifying
structure
through
formation
pharmaceutical
cocrystal
or
salt
presents
an
avenue
which
physicochemical
properties
can
be
optimized.
In
this
work,
we
report
design/synthesis
solid-state
characterization
four
new
salts
cocrystal-salt
forms
LMF;
LMF-ADP
salt,
monoclinic
space
group
P21/n;
LMF-FUM
cocrystal-salt,
P21/c;
LMF-TAR
solvate
LMF-SUC
triclinic,
P1̅
(ADP,
dianion
adipic
acid;
FUM,
monoanion
fumaric
TAR,
tartaric
SUC,
succinic
acid).
These
obtained
by
solution
as
well
mechanochemical
cocrystallization
methods.
The
multicomponent
systems
gain
their
stability
hydrogen
partial
ionic
bonding
interactions
(N-H···O,
O-H···O,
N+-H···O-,
O-H+···O-)
originating
both
dibutyl
ammonium
(N+-H)
site
alcohol
hydroxyl
(-OH)
LMF
toward
carboxylate
(-C(O-)═O)
functional
groups
coformer
anions.
SCXRD
indicates
for
LMF-ADP,
LMF-TAR,
complete
transfer
all
carboxylic
protons
(H+)
nitrogen,
while
LMF-FUM,
one
transferred
(leaving
hydrofumarate
monoanion).
Using
salicylic
acetylsalicylic
acids
coformers
yielded
coamorphous
solids.
Solid-state
using
powder
X-ray
diffraction
(XRD)
thermal
techniques
(DSC
TGA)
support
confirm
structures
single-crystal
XRD.
present
superior
under
standard
conditions
(40
±
2
°C,
75
5%
RH,
3
months)
compared
to
amorphous
samples
other
two
salts.
showed
poor
DSC/TGA,
XRD
patterns
substantial
change
after
3-month
test.
Finally,
calculated
equilibrium
solubilities
indicate
increase
more
than
twofold
LMF's
solubility.
Chemical Physics Letters,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
849, P. 141416 - 141416
Published: June 12, 2024
This
Frontiers
Article
introduces
a
unique
perspective
on
the
well-established
concept
of
completeness
in
chemically
meaningful
set
non-redundant
local
vibrational
modes.
By
utilizing
graph
theory,
we
demonstrate
how
this
naturally
arises
when
Euler's
theorem
is
fulfilled
molecular
graphs
tree,
cycle,
and
polyhedral
types.
significantly
advances
our
understanding
topology,
leading
to
new
interpretation
for
deriving
such
set.
A
key
aspect
mode
theory
decomposition
normal
modes
into
contributions,
which
provides
powerful
approach
analyzing
spectra.
however
requires
complete
modes,
as
demonstrated
IR
spectra
both
non-zwitterionic
zwitterionic
forms
glycine,
cubane
perfluorocubane
pair,
Ar–benzene
dimer.
The
mathematical
put
test
by
applying
counting
formulas
sets
series
organic
molecules
with
increasing
complexity.
Optical Materials X,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
20, P. 100275 - 100275
Published: Oct. 18, 2023
In
this
study,
we
introduce
a
state-of-the-art
approach
to
enhance
the
fitting
accuracy
of
theoretical
intensity
parameters
in
lanthanide
spectroscopy.
Lanthanide-based
compounds
play
pivotal
role
wide
range
applications
due
their
distinctive
photophysical
characteristics.
Theoretical
understanding
and
computational
descriptions
are
essential
for
advancing
these
applications.
The
Judd-Ofelt
theory
stands
as
fundamental
stone,
offering
insights
into
luminescence
exhibited
by
compounds.
Our
methodology
addresses
procedure
charge
factors
(g
Simple
Overlap
Model)
ligand
effective
polarizabilities
(α′
Bond
Model),
quantities
used
determination
(Ωλ).
We
propose
Adaptive
Guided
Stochastic
Optimization
(AGSO),
method
that
employs
randomized
initial
points
within
predefined
bounds
each
variable.
By
iteratively
updating
variable
based
on
population
statistics,
AGSO
systematically
minimizes
error
function
with
respect
experimental
data.
Extensive
tests
were
conducted
comparing
well-established
simulated
annealing
(SA)
method.
Remarkably,
consistently
outperformed
SA,
demonstrating
its
efficacy
various
Through
AGSO,
offer
robust
efficient
tool
accurate
study
lanthanide-based
compounds,
broad
implications
diverse
Chemistry - A European Journal,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
30(68)
Published: Aug. 23, 2024
Abstract
This
study
investigates
the
hydrogen‐bond
geometry
in
six
two‐component
solid
systems
composed
of
quinoline
and
chloro‐nitrobenzoic
acids.
New
X‐ray
diffraction
studies
were
conducted
using
both
conventional
independent‐atom
model
more
recent
Hirshfeld
atom‐refinement
method,
with
latter
providing
precise
hydrogen‐atom
positions.
The
can
be
divided
into
salts
(the
hydrogen
atom
transferred
to
nitrogen),
cocrystals
retained
by
acid),
intermediate
structures.
Solid‐state
NMR
experiments
corroborated
diffraction‐derived
H−N
distances.
DFT
calculations,
five
functionals
including
hybrid
B3LYP
PBE0,
showed
varying
energy
profiles
for
bonds,
notable
differences
across
functionals.
These
calculations
revealed
different
preferences
salt
or
cocrystal
structures,
depending
on
functional
used.
Path‐integral
molecular
dynamics
simulations
incorporating
nuclear
quantum
effects
demonstrated
significant
delocalization,
forming
a
continuum,
provided
average
N−H
distances
excellent
agreement
experimental
results.
comprehensive
theoretical
approach
highlights
complexity
multicomponent
solids.
emphasizes
that
classification
is
frequently
inadequate,
as
often
significantly
delocalized
bond.
insight
crucial
understanding
predicting
behavior
such
pharmaceutical
applications.
Journal of Computational Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
46(1)
Published: Nov. 28, 2024
The
chemical
bond
is
a
fundamental
concept
in
chemistry,
and
various
models
descriptors
have
evolved
since
the
advent
of
quantum
mechanics.
This
study
extends
overlap
density
its
topological
(OP/TOP)
to
multiconfigurational
wavefunctions.
We
discuss
comparative
analysis
OP/TOP
using
CASSCF
DCD-CAS(2)
wavefunctions
for
diverse
range
molecular
systems,
including
X-O
bonds
X-OH
(XH,
Li,
Na,
H