The dynamic assembly of covalent organic polygons: Finding the optimal balance of solubility, functionality, and stability

Article abstract of DOI:10.1002/ejoc.201500170

Six variably functionalized phenanthrene-based bis(catechol) derivatives have been synthesized and their ability to undergo dynamic covalent assembly with 1,4-benzenediboronic acid (BDBA) to give discrete, shape-persistent [2+2] assemblies has been invest