Metal-Organic Materials, MOMs, are typically comprised of metals or metal clusters (i.e. the �node�) coordinated to multi-functional organic ligands (i.e. the �linker�). It is well recognized that MOMs offer unprecedented levels of permanent porosity in the context of crystalline materials.  Furthermore, their modular nature offers diversity of structures and properties. For example, the pore environment in a MOM can be modified to optimize interactions with a target adsorbate whereas the geometry and dimensions of the linker and the coordination geometry of the node can impart control over the resulting connectivity and scale of the MOM. In this contribution we will address principles of MOM design with particular emphasis upon MOMs that can be regarded as platforms in that they can be optimized for selective capture of carbon dioxide vs. nitrogen, water and methane.

Selective gas adsorption of carbon dioxide by metal-organic material platforms

243rd National Meeting (2012)

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