However, elucidating such network structures by conventional crystal structure analysis techniques is difficult," explains Prof. Kitamura.

Jin Chong Tan, Thomas D. Bennett, Anthony K. Cheetham, Michael L. Klein, Chemical structure, network topology, and porosity effects on the mechanical properties of Zeolitic Imidazolate Frameworks, ...

A significant advancement in molecular engineering has produced a large, hollow spherical shell nanostructure through the self-assembly of peptides and metal ions, report researchers from Japan ...

May 09, 2025 Self-assembly of a large metal-peptide capsid nanostructure through geometric control New hollow dodecahedral shell demonstrates remarkable stability and potential for functionalization ...