A Two‐Dimensional Porphyrin‐Based Porous Network Featuring Communicating Cavities for the Templated Complexation of Fullerenes

Abstract

An unprecedented two-dimensional porphyrin network featuring dynamic pores capable of hosting fullerenes is realized following a bottom-up approach at a single-crystal silver surface. Surface- and porphyrin-driven long-range interactions between the C60 guest molecules and porphyrin layer result in the formation of exceptionally large supramolecular hybrid chains and islands (see Figure and Cover). Supporting information for this article is available on the WWW under http://www.wiley-vch.de/contents/jc_2089/2006/c1734_s.html or from the author. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.