Nitroxides: Synthesis, Properties and Applications

Nitroxides are small organic molecules with a stabilised free radical,displaying unique reactivity towards environmental factors. They have uses as synthetic tools,imaging agents,antioxidants,and energy storage. Polynitroxides are used in organic radical batteries,oxidation catalysts,and exchange reactions. This book covers their synthesis,EPR studies,magnetic resonance applications,physiochemical studies,and applications in batteries,imaging,and organic synthesis.

Format: Hardback
Length: 592 pages
Publication date: 14 May 2021
Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry

Nitroxides, remarkable small organic molecules, exhibit a fascinating property of stabilizing free radicals, giving them unique reactivity towards various environmental stimuli. Their unpaired electron spin contributes to their exceptional reactivity, enabling a wide array of applications. These versatile compounds find utility as synthetic tools, serving as catalysts or building blocks in various industries. In the realm of biomedicine and materials science, nitroxides serve as imaging agents and probes, enabling precise insights into biological processes and material properties. Furthermore, their medicinal properties as antioxidants make them valuable in the treatment of diseases. Additionally, nitroxides play a role in energy storage, offering potential solutions for sustainable energy solutions.

Polynitroxides, which possess pendant nitroxide sidechains, expand the applications of nitroxides. These polymers find use in organic radical batteries, oxidation catalysts, and complex architecture construction through exchange reactions. Chapters in this book delve into the synthesis of nitroxides, exploring various methods and techniques. EPR studies and magnetic resonance applications are also covered, providing valuable insights into the electronic properties and molecular structures of nitroxides. Physiochemical studies shed light on their behavior and interactions in different environments. Furthermore, the book showcases applications in batteries, imaging, and organic synthesis, highlighting the interdisciplinary nature of nitroxides. Contributions from esteemed experts in the field make this book an invaluable resource for graduate students and researchers in chemistry, physics, biology, and materials science.

Weight: 1024g
Dimension: 163 x 242 x 42 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781788017527