In the present work, interaction strength of Carbon Monoxide (CO) with a set forty-two, strategically selected, functionalized benzenes was calculated. Our ab initio calculations at MP2/6-311++G** level theory reveal that phenyl hydrogen sulfate (-OSO3H) showed highest CO (?19.5 kJ/mol), which approximately three times stronger compared unfunctionalized benzene (?5.3 kJ/mol). Moreover, top-perf...

We report the successful functionalization of optically accessible nanostructures, suitable for single-molecule experiments at physiological substrate concentrations, with polyethylene glycol. Characterization of the coating in terms of roughness, protein repellence, and specific immobilization of DNA is described. We present an application of this technique in the detection of polymerase activ...

Rapid and quantitative click functionalization of surfaces remains an interesting challenge in surface chemistry. In this regard, inverse electron demand Diels-Alder (IEDDA) reactions represent a promising metal-free candidate. Herein, we reveal quantitative surface functionalization within 15 min. Furthermore, we report the comprehensive effects of substrate stereochemistry, surrounding microe...

In article 2002006, Davide Comoretto and co-workers demonstrate a one-dimensional all-polymer photonic crystal selective to wide range of chemical species with no need for additional functionalization, promising portable sensors. Employing the perfluorinated polymer Aquivion Poly(N-vinylcarbazole) as building blocks high refractive index contrast, multi-layer film shows brilliant iridescent col...