Synthesis and characterization of a novel photoluminescent three-dimensional metal-organic framework

A novel 3D metal-organic framework (MOF) [Zn3(Aco)2(H2O)6]n (H3Aco = aconitic acid) with 1D channel containing infinite Zn(1) linear chains and heterochiral Zn(2) single-stranded helices which happen to be perpendicular to each other has been synthesized and characterized. Photoluminescence properties have been examined in the solid state at room temperature.