Control of Supramolecular Rectangle Self-Assembly with a Molecular Template

摘要

We have successfully controlled the self-assembly and monodisperion of a well-ordered array of supramolecular rectangles on HOPG using a TCDB template. STM images reveal the details of the regulated organization. Although supramolecular rectangles do not form a well-ordered adlayer on a HOPG surface alone, the TCDB template enables the self-organization of a new desirable supramolecular structure to be achieved. This method provides a facile approach to surface modification and the fabrication of 2D assemblies. Further studies on these and related systems are underway.