Two novel host molecules A and B have been successfully synthesized. Both hosts are highly conjugated dithiepin based molecules. This allows monitoring of the host molecule through its potential change in ultraviolet (UV) absorption.  Molecule A serves as a potential host for nitrotoluene compounds. Such a molecule would have applications in TNT detection. Molecule B serves as a host for fullerene (C60). Synthetic schemes have been developed for the assembly of both hosts. Future work consists of maximizing the efficiency of the developed synthetic pathways and attempting to form supramolecular complexes with the hosts and their corresponding targets.

Synthesis of novel ditheipin-based molecules

245th National Meeting (2013)

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