KEMS532 Supramolecular Chemistry (6 cr)

Basic concepts of supramolecular chemistry: weak interactions, cooperativity, complementarity, preorganization, template effect, self-assembly, complexation. Cation, anion and ion pair receptors: crown ethers, podands, cyclodextrins, calixarenes and cyclophanes. Molecular machines and devices. Supramolecular polymers.

The student learns the basic concepts and phenomena of supramolecular chemistry and recognizes the most typical supramolecular compounds. The student learns the role of the weak interactions and the main principles of molecular self-assembly. The student can design simple supramolecular receptor for a given purpose.

Working life skills:

• Manages the planning of work, tasks, and time use and adheres to agreed schedules.
  
• Can relate and apply the lessons learned in the course to a broader context.
• Can independently search information and expand their knowledge.
• Can answer orally and in writing to problems and questions and can clearly explain their answer or opinion.
• Can discuss the phenomena of supramolecular chemistry using the correct terminology and concepts in English.
• Understands the ethical and safety aspects of the course and is able to consider their implications and solutions.

The course is lectured in academic years 2024-2025 and 2026-2027. During the academic years 2025-2026 and 2027-2028 the course can be completed by written assignments which are agreed with the responsible teacher. 

Intermediate studies in chemistry or bachelor level studies for nanoscience students.

• J.W. Steed, J.L. Atwood, Supramolecular Chemistry, 2022, 3rd edition, suitable parts.