Jinwei Zhang, Lipiao Bao*, Xing Lu*
Chin. J. Struct. Chem., 2025, 44(4), 100459. DOI: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100459
April 1, 2025
ABSTRACT
While ultrasmooth 2D c-MOF films have
demonstrated enhanced charge mobility within the conjugated plane, it is
equally imperative to enhance the interlayer pathways for out-of-plane charge
transport in three dimensions. This can be achieved through the strategic
expansion of conjugated systems, optimization of stacking models, and
modification of functional groups. Moreover, there is an urgent need to develop
alternative and simpler synthesis methods for defect-free single-crystal thin
films, addressing the challenges of low yield and harsh synthesis conditions
associated with CVD and subsequent separation and washing processes involving
gallium. Finally, the integration of density functional theory calculations
with machine learning approaches could be a great opportunity in predicting and
synthesizing the next generation of conductive 2D c-MOFs.