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Synthesis and tailored properties of covalent organic framework thin films and heterostructures

Lucas K. Beagle (Co-first Author), Qiyi Fang (Co-first Author), Ly D. Tran, Luke A. Baldwin, Christopher Muratore, Jun Lou*, Nicholas R. Glavin*

*Corresponding author for this work

Research output: Journal Publications and ReviewsRGC 21 - Publication in refereed journalpeer-review

Abstract

Porous polymeric covalent organic frameworks (COFs) have been under intense synthetic investigation with over 100 unique structural motifs known. In order to realize the true potential of these materials, converting the powders into thin films with strict control of thickness and morphology is necessary and accomplished through techniques including interfacial synthesis, chemical exfoliation and mechanical delamination. Recent progress in the construction and tailored properties of thin film COFs are highlighted in this review, addressing mechanical properties as well as application-focused properties in filtration, electronics, sensors, electrochemistry, magnetics, optoelectronics and beyond. Additionally, heterogeneous integration of these thin films with other inorganic and organic materials is discussed, revealing exciting opportunities to integrate COF thin films with other state of the art material and device systems. © 2021 Published by Elsevier Ltd.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)427-448
JournalMaterials Today
Volume51
Online published24 Sept 2021
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Dec 2021
Externally publishedYes

Funding

This research was funded in part by the Air Force Office of Scientific Research under grant number FA9550-20RXCOR057 . Authors would also like to acknowledge the Welch Foundation grant C-1716 and the ARL Cooperative Agreement W911NF-18-2-0062

Research Keywords

  • 2D organic materials
  • Covalent Organic Frameworks
  • Heterostructures
  • Polymer thin films

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