title: Bending benzene: syntheses of [n]cycloparaphenylenes.
abstract: Since the first successful synthesis in 2008, methods to prepare the [n]cycloparaphenylenes have evolved rapidly. The aim of this synopsis is to provide an overview of recent advancements in this emerging field. The optoelectronic properties and supramolecular chemistry of these unique structures are presented as well.
authors.affiliation: Department of Chemistry, Boston University, 590 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts 02215, USA.
authors.forename: Elizabeth S
authors.initials: ES
authors.lastname: Hirst
authors.forename: Ramesh
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Jasti