Host Guest Chemistry: Exploring Molecular Interactions and Their Role in Advanced Nanotechnology

Chapters Brief Overview:

1: Host–guest chemistry – The foundation of supramolecular interactions and molecular assembly.

2: Calixarene – Unique cavity structures enabling selective guest encapsulation and applications.

3: Cryptand – Cagelike molecules offering exceptional ion selectivity and binding capabilities.

4: Cucurbituril – Macrocyclic hosts with remarkable stability and biomedical relevance.

5: Clathrate compound – Molecular cages trapping guests for energy, gas storage, and catalysis.

6: Cavitand – Hollow molecular frameworks enhancing selective molecular recognition.

7: Topological drugs – Host–guest principles applied to nextgeneration pharmaceuticals.

8: Molecular sensor – Chemical sensing advancements through host–guest interactions.

9: Resorcinarene – Functionalized macrocycles for versatile host–guest applications.

10: Supramolecular catalysis – Noncovalent catalysis for accelerating chemical transformations.

11: Twodimensional polymer – Layered architectures in supramolecular material design.

12: Molecular recognition – Precise host–guest complementarity in molecular targeting.

13: Cyclodextrin – Versatile cyclic oligosaccharides for pharmaceutical and material science.

14: Supramolecular polymer – Selfassembling macromolecules for dynamic material properties.

15: Noncovalent interaction – Fundamental forces underpinning host–guest chemistry.

16: Supramolecular chemistry – The grand framework of molecular selfassembly and recognition.

17: Halogen bond – Weak but directional interactions influencing molecular organization.

18: Macromolecular cages – Large molecular architectures for selective encapsulation.

19: Coordination cage – Metalorganic frameworks enabling precise molecular hosting.

20: Piinteraction – ππ and πcation interactions shaping molecular stability.

21: Polyrotaxane – Interlocked molecular systems with mechanical functionality.

This book extends beyond theory, linking host–guest chemistry to realworld applications in nanotechnology, biomedicine, and materials science. By mastering these principles, readers unlock a deeper understanding of molecular machines and their transformative potential. The cost of this knowledge pales in comparison to the opportunities it unlocks.