Abstract
Novel calix[4]arene derivatives constrained in the cone or 1,3-alternate conformations, bearing one or two cyclen (1,4,7,10-tetraazacyclododecane) moieties directly connected to the upper rim, have been synthesized using Buchwald–Hartwig coupling reaction. The complexation ability and hydrolytic activities of selected Zn(II) complexes of these calixarenes were studied. Although the attempts to ...
Abstract
Novel calix[4]arene derivatives constrained in the cone or 1,3-alternate conformations, bearing one or two cyclen (1,4,7,10-tetraazacyclododecane) moieties directly connected to the upper rim, have been synthesized using Buchwald–Hartwig coupling reaction. The complexation ability and hydrolytic activities of selected Zn(II) complexes of these calixarenes were studied. Although the attempts to hydrolyze activated phosphodiester bonds were unsuccessful, the NMR titration experiments revealed binding affinity for chloride, acetate, and benzoate anions in defined stoichiometry.