Charlotte L. Stern

Bio: Charlotte L. Stern is an academic researcher from Northwestern University. The author has contributed to research in topics: Ligand & Chemistry. The author has an hindex of 77, co-authored 334 publications receiving 19090 citations. Previous affiliations of Charlotte L. Stern include University of California, San Diego & Ohio State University.

Cationic zirconocene olefin polymerization catalysts based on the organo-Lewis acid tris(pentafluorophenyl)borane. A synthetic, structural, solution dynamic, and polymerization catalytic study

Abstract: We have isolated and systematically studied the structural and chemical properties of a series of electron-deficient cationic zircocene alkyl and hydrido complexes with high olefin polymerization activities. The single crystal X-ray diffraction-derived solid state and NMR-derived solution structures of these complexes correlate well with each other and afford considerable insight into the nature of these species. Through the use of the novel organoborane, we have, for the first time, unambiguously demonstrated the role of the key metallocene-cocatalyst interaction that has been proposed for MAO, alkyl aluminum halides, and dehydroxylated alumina. 56 refs., 10 figs., 19 tabs.

Organolanthanide-Catalyzed Hydroamination. A Kinetic, Mechanistic, and Diastereoselectivity Study of the Cyclization of N-Unprotected Amino Olefins

Abstract: This contribution reports the efficient, regiospecific Cp{sup {prime}}{sub 2}LnR (Cp{sup {prime}} = {eta}{sup 5}-Me{sub 5}C{sub 5};R = H, CH(TMS){sub 2}, {eta}{sup 3}-C{sub 3}H{sub 5}, N(TMS){sub 2}; Ln-La,Nd,Sm,Y,Lu)-catalyzed hydroamination/cyclization of the amino olefins H{sub 2}NCHR{sup 1}R{sup 2}CH=CH{sub 2} to yield heterocycles. Kinetic isotope effects are observed for some of the cyclizations. The complexes were synthesized to model species in the catalytic cycle. Two independent molecules crystallize per unit cell with average La-NHCH{sub 3} and La{le}NH{sub 2}CH{sub 3} bond distances of 2.31 (1) and 2.70 (1) {Angstrom}, respectively. The amine-amido complexes undergo rapid intramolecular proton transfer between some of the amine and amido ligands. Intermolecular exchange with free amine is rapid on the NMR time scale at -80 {degrees}C. The ordering of precatalyst activities accords with known olefin insertion reactivities. Diastereoselection in H{sub 2}NCH(CH{sub 3})(CH{sub 2}){sub 2}CH=CH{sub 2}(5) cyclization depends on both lanthanide and ancillary ligation. Mechanistic evidence suggests that olefin insertion into the Ln-N bond of the amine-amido complexes is turnover-limiting and is followed by a rapid protonolysis of the resulting Ln-C bond. The proposed catalytic mechanism invokes parallel manifolds, with one manifold populated at high amine concentrations exhibiting high diastereoselectivity in the cyclization of 5, and with the second, favoredmore » at low substrate concentrations, exhibiting lower diastereoselectivity. The catalyst at high amine concentrations is postulated to be a Ln(amido)(amine){sub 2} complex. 93 refs., 15 figs., 8 tabs.« less

Room-temperature ferroelectricity in supramolecular networks of charge-transfer complexes

Abstract: Materials exhibiting a spontaneous electrical polarization that can be switched easily between antiparallel orientations are of potential value for sensors, photonics and energy-efficient memories. In this context, organic ferroelectrics are of particular interest because they promise to be lightweight, inexpensive and easily processed into devices. A recently identified family of organic ferroelectric structures is based on intermolecular charge transfer, where donor and acceptor molecules co-crystallize in an alternating fashion known as a mixed stack: in the crystalline lattice, a collective transfer of electrons from donor to acceptor molecules results in the formation of dipoles that can be realigned by an external field as molecules switch partners in the mixed stack. Although mixed stacks have been investigated extensively, only three systems are known to show ferroelectric switching, all below 71 kelvin. Here we describe supramolecular charge-transfer networks that undergo ferroelectric polarization switching with a ferroelectric Curie temperature above room temperature. These polar and switchable systems utilize a structural synergy between a hydrogen-bonded network and charge-transfer complexation of donor and acceptor molecules in a mixed stack. This supramolecular motif could help guide the development of other functional organic systems that can switch polarization under the influence of electric fields at ambient temperatures.

疟原虫var基因转换速率变化导致抗原变异[英]／Paul H, Robert P, Christodoulou Z, et al//Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A

Abstract: 抗原变异可使得多种致病微生物易于逃避宿主免疫应答。表达在感染红细胞表面的恶性疟原虫红细胞表面蛋白1（PfPMP1）与感染红细胞、内皮细胞、树突状细胞以及胎盘的单个或多个受体作用，在黏附及免疫逃避中起关键的作用。每个单倍体基因组var基因家族编码约60种成员，通过启动转录不同的var基因变异体为抗原变异提供了分子基础。

The Chemistry and Applications of Metal-Organic Frameworks

Abstract: Crystalline metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are formed by reticular synthesis, which creates strong bonds between inorganic and organic units. Careful selection of MOF constituents can yield crystals of ultrahigh porosity and high thermal and chemical stability. These characteristics allow the interior of MOFs to be chemically altered for use in gas separation, gas storage, and catalysis, among other applications. The precision commonly exercised in their chemical modification and the ability to expand their metrics without changing the underlying topology have not been achieved with other solids. MOFs whose chemical composition and shape of building units can be multiply varied within a particular structure already exist and may lead to materials that offer a synergistic combination of properties.

Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells

Abstract: Dye-sensitized solar cells (DSCs) offer the possibilities to design solar cells with a large flexibility in shape, color, and transparency. DSC research groups have been established around the worl ...

Metal–organic framework materials as catalysts

Abstract: A critical review of the emerging field of MOF-based catalysis is presented. Discussed are examples of: (a) opportunistic catalysis with metal nodes, (b) designed catalysis with framework nodes, (c) catalysis by homogeneous catalysts incorporated as framework struts, (d) catalysis by MOF-encapsulated molecular species, (e) catalysis by metal-free organic struts or cavity modifiers, and (f) catalysis by MOF-encapsulated clusters (66 references).