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Holmes Research Group

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We are currently interested in developing a series of networks and clusters using synthetic methodology known as "a building block approach". A building block approach utilizes a series of robust molecular precursors that self-assemble with their structures intact, into well-defined structural archetypes. Through substitution of the building blocks employed, a series of structurally related clusters and networks can be engineered that exhibit a variety of tunable properties such as dramatic color and magnetism changes upon the application of various stimuli. Once prepared, these solids are characterized via polynuclear NMR, infrared, UV-vis, SQUID susceptibility, X-ray and neutron diffraction, and photophysical techniques to determine structure-property relationships present in these materials.

If you should have any questions, are interested in collaborative studies, or a postdoctoral position please contact Stephen M. Holmes at smholm2@uky.edu

Research Topics (Click below for more information).

Paramagnetic Cyanometalate Building Blocks
Magnetic and Photomagnetic Clusters
Magnetic and Photomagnetic Networks
Molecule-Based Devices