The molecular path to inorganic materials – Zinc oxide and beyond

In the current article, we present a concept for the synthesis of complex nanoscaled materials. The synthetic strategy involves a stepwise assembly of materials starting from special molecular precursors possessing multiple information. Therefore, the article focuses on a strong pervasion of inorganic materials chemistry, solid-state chemistry and molecular chemistry. The concept introduced is finally highlighted by examples from our current research in the field of zinc oxide materials.

Graphical abstractA concept for the synthesis of complex nanoscaled inorganic materials is presented. It involves the assembly of materials using special molecular precursors. The article focuses on the relation between inorganic materials chemistry, solid-state chemistry and molecular chemistry. The concept is highlighted by examples from the field of zinc oxide materials.Figure optionsDownload full-size imageDownload as PowerPoint slide