Abstract
Here we present a new type of approach for the mass production of metallorganic frameworks (MOFs). In particular, a heterogeneous process for MOF-5 growth involving amino functionalized silica nanoparticles is presented. The proposed sol-gel approach provides a promising route toward the large-scale production of colloidal MOFs by leveraging the enormous surface areas offered by nano-sized seeds used as nucleating agents. The synthesis of the ceramic seeds (SiO 2 NPs) is performed at room temperature and considerable volumes of MOF crystals can be produced in 1/10 of the time required for the conventional solvothermal method. The growth of the crystals has been observed with optical microscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy dispersive x-ray spectroscopy (EDX) and the crystal quality has been verified using X-ray powder diffraction.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering |
Volume | 18 |
Edition | SYMPOSIUM 2C |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2011 |
Externally published | Yes |
Event | 3rd International Congress on Ceramics, ICC3 - Osaka, Japan Duration: 14 Nov 2010 → 18 Nov 2010 |
Conference
Conference | 3rd International Congress on Ceramics, ICC3 |
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Country/Territory | Japan |
City | Osaka |
Period | 14/11/10 → 18/11/10 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Materials Science(all)
- Engineering(all)