Deciphering the guest-free crystal structures and thermal breathing of the flexible metal–organic frameworks ZIF-7 and ZIF-9

Chemical Science 2026 Open access

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Authors: Athanasios Koutsianos, Erik Svensson Grape, Roman Pallach, Julian Keupp, Rochus Schmid, Andrew Ken Inge, Sebastian Henke
DOI: 10.1039/d5sc08614k
Cited by: 1
References: 53

Abstract

We decipher the crystal structures of guest-free ZIF-7 and ZIF-9 by 3D electron diffraction, resolving prior ambiguity and establishing the narrow pore phases. Also, variable temperature XRD and calorimetry reveal entropy-driven thermal breathing.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Metal-Organic Frameworks: Synthesis and Applications Covalent Organic Framework Applications Energetic Materials and Combustion

Publication details

Journal / source
Chemical Science
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
17
Issue
14
Pages
7185–7193
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN