Morphology control of one-dimensional supramolecular assemblies by a template polymer

A bottom-up approach to construct nano-size architecture has attracted considerable attention. In this report, we demonstrate the formation of one-dimensional supramolecular assemblies of small organic compounds aligned by a template polymer. Complexation of linear poly(trimethylene iminium) salts and benzoxazylpyridine (bzpybox) ligands yielded linear supramolecular assemblies on the mica surface by electrostataic interaction.