Synthetic chemists have developed robust methods to synthesize discrete molecules, linear
and branched polymers, and disordered cross-linked networks. However, two-dimensional …

Precise control of the pore size and environment of metal–organic framework (MOF) is a
necessary condition for achieving high performance of gas adsorption and separation. After …

Covalent organic frameworks (COFs) are emerging crystalline porous polymers, showing
great potential for applications but lacking gas-triggered flexibility. Atropisomerism was …

Flexible porous frameworks are at the forefront of materials research. A unique feature is
their ability to open and close their pores in an adaptive manner induced by chemical and …

In this Minireview, we discuss the fundamental chemistry of soft porous crystals (SPCs) by
characterizing their common structural features and the resulting structural softness and …

In order to systematically engineer the properties of crystalline and amorphous metal-
organic frameworks (MOFs) towards practical application, a thorough understanding of their …

Since the late 1990s, much progress has been made in the field of the chemistry of flexible
porous coordination polymers (PCPs). Various PCP architectures have been recognized …

Conspectus The prediction of crystal structures assembled in three dimensions has been
considered for a long time, simultaneously as a chemical wasteland and a certain growth …

To create an artificial structure to remarkably surpass the sensitivity, selectivity and speed of
the olfaction system of animals is still a daunting challenge. Herein, we propose a core …

Recognising timescale as an adjustable dimension in porous solids provides a new
perspective to develop novel four-dimensional framework materials. The deliberate design …