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Theoretical Exploration and Electronic Applications of Conductive Two-Dimensional Metal–Organic Frameworks

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Two-dimensional (2D) metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) belong to a subgroup of MOFs reminiscent of graphite and covalent organic frameworks (COFs). In the past decade, conductive 2D MOFs have received increasing attention due to their relatively high charge carrier mobility and low resistivity that originate from in-plane charge delocalization and extended π conjugation within the layers. This review comprises the current state-of-the-art of the representative progress in theoretical exploration and electronic applications of conductive 2D MOFs. Special emphasis is placed on the intrinsic relations between the structural factors and the electronic properties of conductive 2D MOFs. This review will provide guidance for researchers to design and synthesize conductive 2D MOFs for advanced applications.

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    Jia Gao, Shubo Geng, Yao Chen, Peng Cheng & Zhenjie Zhang

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    Jia Gao, Shubo Geng, Peng Cheng & Zhenjie Zhang

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    Jia Gao, Shubo Geng, Peng Cheng & Zhenjie Zhang

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Gao, J., Geng, S., Chen, Y. et al. Theoretical Exploration and Electronic Applications of Conductive Two-Dimensional Metal–Organic Frameworks. Top Curr Chem (Z) 378, 25 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s41061-020-0288-6

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