Diiron µ 2 -N 2 complexes in bimetallic, four-fold bond activations of SiH 4 to produce µ 2 -silicide complexes

Chemical Science 2026 Open access

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Authors: Rhett T Bryant, Rex C. Handford, Suhashini Handunneththige, Simon Teat, Michael B. Hall, T. Don Tilley
DOI: 10.1039/d6sc04831e
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References: 49

Abstract

Bimetallic iron–dinitrogen complexes are developed which mediate the four-fold Si–H activation of SiH 4 to yield molecular diiron silicides. Experimental and computational results offer insight into bonding within the FeSiFe cores.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Synthesis and characterization of novel inorganic/organometallic compounds Organometallic Complex Synthesis and Catalysis Organoboron and organosilicon chemistry

Publication details

Journal / source
Chemical Science
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
17
Issue
36
Pages
17575-17582
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN