title: Synthesis of discrete Re(I) di- and tricarbonyl assemblies using a [4 × 1] directional bonding strategy.
abstract: Discrete self-assembly of two Re(I) squares was achieved by a simple and efficient strategy where the complexes, [Re(4-pytpy-κ(2)N)(CO)3Br] and [Re(4-pytpy-κ(3)N)(CO)2Br], act as their own ligands. The photophysical and electrochemical properties of the assemblies and their precursors are described along with solid-state X-ray diffraction studies.
authors.affiliation: Départment de Chimie, Université de Montréal, 2900 Edouard-Montpetit, Montréal, Québec H3T-1J4, Canada. garry.hanan@umontreal.ca.
authors.forename: Baptiste
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Laramée-Milette
authors.forename: Christophe
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Lachance-Brais
authors.forename: Garry S
authors.initials: GS
authors.lastname: Hanan