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Title: Experimental observation of metal–organic framework–polymer interaction forces and intercalation
We attach a MOF crystallite to an atomic force microscope cantilever to realize a system for rapidly and quantitatively studying the interaction between single-crystal MOFs and polymer films. Using this method, we find evidence of polymer intercalation into MOF pores. This approach can accelerate composite design.  more » « less
Award ID(s):
1661412
PAR ID:
10387143
Author(s) / Creator(s):
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Date Published:
Journal Name:
Chemical Communications
ISSN:
1359-7345
Format(s):
Medium: X
Sponsoring Org:
National Science Foundation
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