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Chemistry and Applications of Metal-Organic Framework (MOFs)

  • 1st Edition - January 23, 2026
  • Latest edition
  • Author: Claudio Pettinari
  • Language: English

Chemistry and Applications of Metal-Organic Framework (MOFs) explores the realm of metal-organic framework (MOFs) with comprehensive coverage of this intriguing class of crystal… Read more

Description

Chemistry and Applications of Metal-Organic Framework (MOFs) explores the realm of metal-organic framework (MOFs) with comprehensive coverage of this intriguing class of crystalline porous solids.

The book investigates the interdisciplinary world where inorganic chemistry, environmental chemistry, physical chemistry, and materials science converge. It examines the synthesis methodologies, distinctive characteristics, and wide-ranging applications of MOFs, from drug delivery to energy and sensors. This comprehensive guide evaluates the structure/reactivity–activity relationships and underscores the potential of MOFs in various fields.

Key features

  • Provides comprehensive coverage of MOFs with applications in drug delivery, energy, and sensors
  • Presents literature data from the first MOF synthesis
  • Includes tables showcasing MOF applications and synthetic methods for easy reference

Readership

Graduate students and researchers working with Inorganic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry

Table of contents

1. Introduction


2. Synthesis of MOFs.

2.1 MOFs based on Transition Metals

2.2 MOFs based on Main Group Metals

2.3 MOFs based on Lanthanides

2.4 MOFs based on carboxylate linkers

2.5 MOFs based on heterocyclic N-donor linkers

2.6 MOFs based on Sulfur and Phosphor-donor ligands

2.7 MOFs based on other ligands’ families.

2.8 Chiral MOFs

2.9 SURMOFs

2.10 Nanoparticles

2.11 BIOMOFs


3. Spectroscopic characterization of MOFs

3.1. Characterization of pore structures and surfaces

3.2. X-ray diffraction of MOF

3.3. Magnetic Measurements

3.4. Infrared Spectroscopy of MOFs

3.5. Raman Spectroscopy of MOFs

3.6. NMR of MOFs

3.7. Thermogravimetric analysis of MOFs Theoretical calculation

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: January 23, 2026
  • Language: English

About the author

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Claudio Pettinari

Claudio Pettinari graduated in Chemistry from the University of Camerino, Italy in1989. His field of expertise covers inorganic, organometallic and coordination chemistry, in particular: synthesis of biologically active metal complexes, new catalysts, advanced materials, metal-organic frameworks. He is a Faculty member and full Professor at University of Camerino and CNR associate (ICCOM-Florence), and was co-founder of the International School of Organometallic Chemistry. He was awarded the Bonati prize and the Nasini Medal from the Italian Chemical Society, Doctor HC from the University of Galati, and is a member of the Academy of Science of Lisbon. President of the consortium REDI (Reducing Risks of Natural Disaster), President of CRUM (Conference Rectors of Marche), Member of board of ALMALAUREA, INSTM (Istituto Nazionale Scienze e Tecnologie dei Materiali). In 2017 Claudio Pettinari was appointed as Rector at the University of Camerino, Italy; from January 2021, he was appointed member of the Board of the Conference of Italian University Rectors (CRUI) and from September 2021 CRUI delegate for Research and Third Mission. In December 2022 he was elected Vice-President of the Italian Chemistry Society (Società Chimica Italiana).
Affiliations and expertise
Professor and Faculty member, University of Camerino and CNR associate (ICCOM-Florence), Camerino, Italy

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