Synthesis and characterization of homometallic cobalt complexes with metal–metal interactions†
Abstract
Complexes featuring metal–metal bonds play crucial roles in catalysis and small molecule activation due to the synergistic effects between the metals. Here, we report a series of homometallic cobalt complexes with metal–metal interactions that have been successfully stabilized by a multidentate ligand platform. Theoretical studies on metal–metal interactions in these cobalt complexes are discussed.