From Eilatin to Isoeilatin: A Skeletal Rearrangement Strongly Influences π-Stacking of Ru(II) Complex

Abstract

The C(1)-symmetrical complex [Ru(bpy)(2)(ieil)][PF(6)](2) exhibits unique electrochemical and photophysical properties, and forms discrete dimers in solution and in the solid state held by weak pi-pi stacking interactions via its isoeilatin ligand, preferentially from one of its faces and in a specific orientation.