Contact person: Tomáš Baše
Our research on metal clusters builds upon the successful functionalization of (car)borane cluster molecules and the investigation of their interactions with gold and other metals (Ag, Cu) across their various dimensional levels. A key focus in this research is on the preparation of atomically precise metal clusters, a novel class of molecules that provide unique insights into the transition of properties from a single metal atom to its bulk form. When functionalized with (car)borane clusters, these metal nanoclusters exhibit enhanced thermal and chemical stability compared to those stabilized solely by organic ligands.
Atomically precise metal clusters open up diverse research opportunities, including the development of new cluster types and the exploration of phenomena such as their luminescent behavior. These advancements hold promise for broadening our understanding of their unique properties as well as potential applications in many areas.
References:
- Chem. Sci. 2024, 15, 13741-13752
- Nanoscale 2023, 15, 8141-8147.
- ACS Nano 2021, 15, 15781-15793.
- Chemical Science 2023, 14, 1613-1626.
- Inorganic Chemistry 2022, 61, 8593−8603.