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To solve the energy crisis and environmental issues, it is essential to create effective and sustainable energy conversion and storage technologies. Traditional materials for energy conversion and storage however have several drawbacks, such as poor energy density and inadequate efficiency. The advantages of MOF-based materials, such as pristine MOFs, also known as porous coordination polymers, MOF composites, and their derivatives, over traditional materials, have been thoroughly investigated. These advantages stem from their high specific surface area, highly adjustable structure, and multifunctional nature. MOFs are promising porous materials for energy storage and conversion technologies, according to research on their many applications. Moreover, MOFs have served as sacrificial materials for the synthesis of different nanostructures for energy applications and as support substrates for metals, metal oxides, semiconductors, and complexes. One of the most intriguing characteristics of MOFs is their porosity, which permits space on the micro- and meso-scales, revealing and limiting their functions. The main goals of MOF research are to create high-porosity MOFs and develop more efficient activation techniques to preserve and access their pore space. This paper examines the porosity tunable mixed and hybrid MOF, pore architecture, physical and chemical properties of tunable MOF, pore conditions, market size of MOF, and the latest development of MOFs as precursors for the synthesis of different nanostructures and their potential uses.

Three new cadmium coordination polymers, namely [Cd(NO3)2(DPNDI)(CH3OH)]·CH3OH (1), [Cd(SCN)2(DPNDI)] (2), and [Cd(DPNDI)2(DMF)2]·2ClO4 (3) (DPNDI = N,N-di(4-pyridyl)-1,4,5,8-naphthalene diimide, DMF = N,N-dimethylformamide) have been synthesized by reactions of DPNDI with Cd(NO3)2, Cd(SCN)2, and Cd(ClO4)2, respectively. Compound 1 is a one-dimensional coordination polymer with strong lone pair-π interactions between the coordinated NO3− anions and the imide ring of DPNDI; while 2 is a two-dimensional network with a (4, 4) net topology. In the case of 3, due to the presence of uncoordinated perchlorate counter ions, it exhibits a non-interpenetrated square-grid coordination polymer containing one-dimensional rhomboid channels. The structural diversity in these compounds is attributed to different coordination abilities and geometries of counter anions. Due to the presence of electron-deficient NDI moiety, the photochromic behavior of these compounds was studied. Interestingly, only compounds 1 and 3 exhibit color changes under light irradiation. The influence of the anions on the photochromism process of the NDI-based materials has been discussed.

Today’s world requires high-performance energy storage devices such as hybrid supercapacitors (HSc), which play an important role in the modern electronic market because supercapacitors (Sc) show better electrical properties for electronics devices. In the last few years, the scientific community has focused on the coupling of Sc and battery-type materials to improve energy and power density. Recently, various hybrid electrode materials have been reported in the literature; out of these, coordination polymers such as metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are highly porous, stable, and widely explored for various applications. The poor conductivity of classical MOFs restricts their applications. The composite of MOFs with highly porous graphene (G), graphene oxide (GO), or reduced graphene oxide (rGO) nanomaterials is a promising strategy in the field of electrochemical applications. In this review, we have discussed the strategy, device structure, and function of the MOFs/G, MOFs/GO, and MOFs/rGO nanocomposites on Sc. The structural, morphological, and electrochemical performance of coordination polymers composites towards Sc application has been discussed. The reported results indicate the considerable improvement in the structural, surface morphological, and electrochemical performance of the Sc due to their positive synergistic effect. Finally, we focused on the recent development in preparation methods optimization, and the opportunities for MOFs/G based nanomaterials as electrode materials for energy storage applications have been discussed in detail.

Oxidative stress from reactive oxygen species (ROS) is a reperfusion injury factor that can lead to cell damage and death. Here, ultrasmall iron‐gallic acid coordination polymer nanodots (Fe‐GA CPNs) were developed as antioxidative neuroprotectors for ischemia stroke therapy guided by PET/MR imaging. As proven by the electron spin resonance spectrum, the ultrasmall Fe‐GA CPNs with ultrasmall size, scavenged ROS efficiently. In vitro experiments revealed that Fe‐GA CPNs could protect cell viability after being treated with hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) and displayed the effective elimination of ROS by Fe‐GA CPNs, which subsequently restores oxidation balance. When analyzing the middle cerebral artery occlusion model, the neurologic damage displayed by PET/MR imaging revealed a distinct recovery after treatment with Fe‐GA CPNs, which was proved by 2,3,5‐triphenyl tetrazolium chloride staining. Furthermore, immunohistochemistry staining indicated that Fe‐GA CPNs inhibited apoptosis through protein kinase B (Akt) restoration, whereas western blot and immunofluorescence indicated the activation of the nuclear factor erythroid 2‐related factor 2 (Nrf2) and heme oxygenase‐1 (HO‐1) pathway following Fe‐GA CPNs application. Therefore, Fe‐GA CPNs exhibit an impressive antioxidative and neuroprotective role via redox homeostasis recovery by Akt and Nrf2/HO‐1 pathway activation, revealing its potential for clinical ischemia stroke treatment. Oxidative stress from reactive oxygen species (ROS) is a reperfusion injury factor that can lead to cell damage and death. Ultrasmall Fe‐GA CPNs were synthesized to exert a protective role in ischemic brain neurons via removal of ROS, rescuing of glucose metabolism, and suppressing apoptosis through the upregulation of protein kinase B (Akt), antioxidant nuclear factor erythroid 2‐related factor 2/heme oxygenase‐1 (Nrf2/HO‐1) pathway.

A novel ratiometric fluorescent probe for the determination of oxytetracycline (OTC) was developed. The method is based on the use of adenosine monophosphate/Eu(III) nanoscale coordination polymers doped with carbon dots (CDs) (CD@AMP/Eu NCPs). These were fabricated by self-assembly of Eu 3+ and AMP on the surface of CDs containing large amounts of hydroxyl and carbonyl groups. Under the excitation at 310 nm wavelength, the doped NCPs display strong pink emission of Eu 3+ at 615 nm and blue emission of the CDs at 430 nm on exposure to OTC. The ratio of fluorescence intensity (F 615 /F 430 ) of such NCPs displays excellent linear relationship with OTC concentration ranging from 0.2 to 60 μM and the limit of detection (LOD) is 25 nM (3σ). The doped NCPs were evenly immobilized on common filter paper to prepare a visual ratiometric probe for the determination of OTC. Assisted by a digital camera with an APP color detector, the paper-based test strip was applied for the quantitative determination of OTC with a LOD of 0.5 μM and a wide linear scope of 1–100 μM. The method was applied to the determination of OTC in milk samples. Graphical abstract Schematic representation of the principle for oxytetracycline (OTC) determination using carbon dots (CD)@adenosine monophosphate (AMP)/Europium (Eu 3+ ) paper-based ratiometic probe.

Tumor microenvironment (TME), characterized by high glutathione (GSH), high hydrogen peroxide (H 2 O 2 ) and acidic pH levels, is favorable for the growth, invasion and metastasis of cancer cells. Taking advantage of the specific characteristics of tumors, TME-responsive GCBD NPs are designed to deliver nanoscale coordination polymers (NCPs, GA-Cu) and chemotherapy drugs (doxorubicin, DOX) based on bovine serum albumin (BSA) nanocarriers into cancer cells for combined chemodynamic therapy (CDT) and chemotherapy. In an acidic environment, GCBD NPs could release approximately 90% copper ions, which can not only consume overexpressed GSH to modulate the TME but can also react with endogenous H 2 O 2 in a Fenton-like reaction to achieve the CDT effect. Meanwhile, the released DOX could enter the nucleus of tumor cells and affect their proliferation to achieve efficient chemotherapy. Both in vitro and in vivo experiments showed that GCBD NPs had good biosafety and could effectively inhibit the growth of cancer cells. GCBD NPs are promising as a biocompatible nanoplatform to exploit TME characteristics for combined chemo and chemodynamic therapy, providing a novel strategy to eradicate tumors with high efficiency and specificity. Graphical Abstract

Nanomedicine has provided cutting-edge technologies and innovative methods for modern biomedical research, offering unprecedented opportunities to tackle crucial biomedical issues. Nanomaterials with unique structures and properties can integrate multiple functions to achieve more precise diagnosis and treatment, making up for the shortcomings of traditional treatment methods. Among them, metal–polyphenol coordination polymers (MPCPs), composed of metal ions and phenolic ligands, are considered as ideal nanoplatforms for disease diagnosis and treatment. Recently, MPCPs have been extensively investigated in the field of biomedicine due to their facile synthesis, adjustable structures, and excellent biocompatibility, as well as pH-responsiveness. In this review, the classification of various MPCPs and their fabrication strategies are firstly summarized. Then, their significant achievements in the biomedical field such as biosensing, drug delivery, bioimaging, tumor therapy, and antibacterial applications are highlighted. Finally, the main limitations and outlooks regarding MPCPs are discussed.

Sulfadiazine (SFZ) is an inexpensive large‐consumption antibiotic used for treat bacterial infections but an excess of residues in food can be harmful. Fast and specific luminescence detection of SFZ is highly challenging because of the interference of structurally similar antibiotics. In this work, we develop a two‐dimensional europium‐organic coordination polymer with excellent luminescence and water stability for highly specific detection of SFZ in the range of 0–0.2 mM. Structural analysis shows that the high stability of coordination polymer is due to the high coordination number of europium ion and the special chelating coordination structure of ligand. The experiment results revealed that the high selectivity and effectively luminescence quenched behaviour of coordination polymer toward SFZ is caused by highly efficient inner filter effect. A water‐stable two‐dimensional europium‐organic coordination polymer was synthesized and characterized for highly selective and rapid luminescence detection of sulfadiazine within 30 s in practical samples such as milk and honey with strong anti‐interference from kinds of antibiotics and low limit of detection (LOD) of 4.63 μM through highly efficient inner filter effect mechanism.

In the current context of the increasing incidence of breast cancer, we aim to develop an efficient drug carrier for breast cancer by constructing an innovative complex consisting of a metal-organic framework (MOF) and a hydrogel. The aim of this initiative is to provide new ideas and tools for breast cancer treatment strategies through scientific research, so as to address the current challenges in breast cancer treatment. In the present study, by employment of a new Co(II)-based coordination polymer with the chemical formula of [Co(H 2 O)(CH 3 OH)L] n ( 1 ) (H 2 L = 5-(1 H-tetrazol-5-yl)nicotinic acid) was solvothermally synthesized by reaction of Co(NO 3 ) 2 ·6H 2 O a mixed solvent of MeOH and water. The characteristics of ligand-based absorption and emission, as unveiled by ultraviolet and fluorescence spectroscopy tests, offer insights into the distinctive electronic transitions and structural features originating from the ligand in compound 1 . Using natural polysaccharide hyaluronic acid (HA) and carboxymethyl chitosan (CMCS) as raw materials, HA/CMCS hydrogels were successfully prepared by chemical method and their internal morphology was studied by scanning electron microscopy. Using paclitaxel as a drug model, we further designed and synthesized a novel metal gel particle-loaded paclitaxel drug and evaluated its inhibitory effect on breast cancer cells. Finally, the hypothesized interactions between the complex and the receptor have been confirmed through molecular docking simulation, and multiple polar interactions have been verified, which further proves the potential anti-cancer capability and excellent bioactivity. Based on this, this composite material prepared from a novel Co(II)-coordinated polymer with paclitaxel hydrogel could provide a useful pathway for the identification and treatment of breast cancer.

The targeted construction of donor-acceptor (D-A) materials featuring efficient photothermal (PT) conversion properties has been an attractive but challenging goal. Herein, a new series of coordination polymers (CPs) featuring different PT performances were constructed with flexible linker 1,1′-Ferrocenedicarboxylic acid (FCA) and 2,4,6-tri(pyridin-4-yl)-1,3,5-triazine (TPT) as acceptor and donor molecules including coronene and tetrathiafulvalene (TTF). Based on the flexible configurations of FCA ligand and the directing of donor dependent D-A interactions, the structures of TF-1 to TF-3 featuring distinctive dimension were obtained based on Cd(II) ions for investigating the PT property in configurational perspectives. A systematic investigation of the PT properties of the CPs was performed. Notably, TF-3 exhibits the finest PT conversion effect under the irradiation of 560 nm laser, while TF-2 shows optimal PT conversion under 808 nm laser irradiation required for biological PT therapy, illustrating the correlation between the structural and component features of the CPs and their PT performances. Furthermore, Zn(II) as bio-friendly ion was utilized to construct hypotoxic TF-4 that reveals similar structure to that of TF-2 for potential application. Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) patches doped with TF-4 exhibits considerable NIR PT conversion effect under 808 nm, represented by the nearly 80 °C temperature increased in 120 s for TF-4 @PDMS patch (1.2 wt%) under 0.9 W cm −2 irradiation, the results of which herein indicate the potential of D-A CPs as versatile platform for the modulation of PT materials.