Steed J., Atwood J. Supramolecular Chemistry

2nd ed. — John Wiley & Sons, 2009. — 998 p.Supramolecular chemistry is ‘chemistry beyond the molecule’ - the chemistry of molecular assemblies and intermolecular bonds. It is one of today’s fastest growing disciplines, crossing a range of subjects from biological chemistry to materials science; and from synthesis to spectroscopy.
Supramolecular Chemistry is an up-to-date, integrated textbook that tells the newcomer to the field everything they need to know to get started. Assuming little in the way of prior knowledge, the book covers the concepts behind the subject, its breadth, applications and the latest contemporary thinking in the area. It also includes coverage of the more important experimental and instrumental techniques needed by supramolecular chemists.The book has been thoroughly updated for this second edition. In addition to the strengths of the very popular first edition, this comprehensive new version expands coverage into a broad range of emerging areas. Clear explanations of both fundamental and nascent concepts are supplemented by up-to-date coverage of exciting emerging trends in the literature. Numerous examples and problems are included throughout the book. A system of key references allows rapid access to the secondary literature, and of course comprehensive primary literature citations are provided. A selection of the topics covered is listed below.Concepts
The Supramolecular Chemistry of Life
Cation-Binding Hosts
Anion Binding
Ion Pair Receptors
Molecular Guests in Solution
Solid-State Inclusion Compounds
Crystal Engineering
Network Solids
Self-Assembly
Molecular Devices
Biological Mimics and Supramolecular Catalysis
Interfaces and Liquid Assemblies
Supramolecular Polymers, Gels and Fibres
Nanochemistry