Three angular Zn2Dy complexes showing the effect of remote coordination at Zn and counter ions on slow magnetic relaxation at Dy centres

Three isostructural Zn2Dy complexes displaying the effect of remote coordination at Zn and counter ions on slow magnetic relaxation at Dy centres.

Influence of bridging and chelating co-ligands on the distinct single-molecule magnetic behaviours in ZnDy complexes

Four ZnDy complexes display an effect of bridging/chelating co-ligands on distinct single-molecule magnetic behaviours, relaxing through single to multi relaxation channels.

Study of the influence of nuclear spin and dilution over the slow relaxation in a 3d4f heterobimetallic single-molecule magnet

The effects of isotopic enrichment and magnetic dilution have been investigated in a heterobimetallic complex of formula [Zn₂L₂^ADyCl₃]·2H₂O (^ADyZn₂) (A = 162 and 163) presenting slow relaxation of the magnetization. Isotopic substitution for ¹⁶²Dy (I = 0) and ¹⁶³Dy (I = 5/2) leads to a shift in the relaxation times depending on the suppression or enhancement of the hyperfine interactions. The release of the dipolar interactions through magnetic dilution in a Y(iii)-based matrix enhances the slow relaxation of the magnetization and the visibility of the nuclear spin effect. A comparison of the hysteresis loop at 0.5 K for bulk and diluted analogues of pure isotopically enriched complexes suggested a role of the nuclear spin in the interaction between the active system and the matrix.

Multifunctional ZnII–LnIII (Ln = Tb, Dy) complexes based on the amine-phenol ligand with field-induced slow magnetic relaxation, luminescence, and proton conduction

Two new isomorphic Zn^II–Ln^III–Zn^II trinuclear complexes based on the amine-phenol ligand have been prepared.

Magnetic relaxation in two chain-like Zn2Dy2 Schiff base coordination polymers bridged by tetraoxolene and its one-electron reduced radical

Two chain-like Zn–Dy anilate radical coordination polymers with Schiff base ligands show magnetic relaxation behaviors.

2D chain layer versus 1D chain: rigid aromatic benzoate disassembling flexible alicyclic dicarboxylate-based lanthanide coordination polymers with enhanced photoluminescence and characteristic single-molecule magnet behavior

Used as photosensitizer and structural separator, aromatic benzoate activator was grafted on cyclopropane dicarboxylate-based lanthanide coordination polymers with efficient photoluminescence and characteristic behavior of single molecule magnet.

Modulating the structural topologies and magnetic relaxation behaviour of the Mn–Dy compounds by using different auxiliary organic ligands

A MnIII4Dy^III complex and a one-dimensional chain containing MnIII2Dy^III units have been obtained by using different combinations of organic ligands, and a slow magnetic relaxation behavior was observed for both complexes.

One-dimensional lanthanide coordination polymers supported by pentadentate Schiff-base and diphenyl phosphate ligands: single molecule magnet behavior and photoluminescence

Four one-dimensional lanthanide coordination polymers constructed from Ln₂ dimers showing single molecule magnet behavior and photoluminescence are reported.

Zn2Ln2 complexes with carbonate bridges formed by the fixation of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere: single-molecule magnet behaviour and magnetocaloric effect

In the self-assembly process, CO₂ in the air is automatically fixed to Zn₂Ln₂ cluster molecular materials.

Synthesis, structure and magnetic properties of a series of dinuclear heteroleptic Zn2+/Ln3+ Schiff base complexes: effect of lanthanide ions on the slow relaxation of magnetization

We report an investigation on the synthesis, structure and magnetic properties of a series of heteroleptic Zn²⁺/Ln³⁺ complexes of the general formula [ZnLClLn(o-van)(H₂O)(NO₃)]·H₂O (H₂L = N,N'-bis(3-methoxysalicylidene)-1,2-diaminoethane; o-van = o-vanillinate; Ln = Tb (1), Dy (2), Er (3)). All the compounds exhibit a slow relaxation of their magnetization and the dysprosium analogue shows one of the highest anisotropic barriers for ZnDy complexes.

Ln-Pt electron polarization effects on the magnetic relaxation of heterometallic Ho- and Er-Pt complexes

Heterometallic Ln-Pt complexes, with the formula [Ln₂Pt₃(H₂O)₂(SAc)₁₂] (Ln = Ho(1), Er(2); SAc = thioacetate), were synthesized. From natural bond orbital (NBO) and local orbital locator (LOL) analyses and X-ray absorption fine structure (XAFS) measurements, it was clear that the Ln-Pt interactions or electron polarization occurred. Butterfly-type hysteresis was observed for both 1 and 2. 1 and 2 underwent field-induced slow magnetic relaxation up to 4 K. These magnetic properties were induced by Ln-Pt electron polarization.

Lanthanide anthracene complexes: slow magnetic relaxation and luminescence in DyIII, ErIII and YbIII based materials

Four mononuclear lanthanide complexes, [Ln(depma)2(H2O)6]Cl3·xH2O·yCH3OH [Ln = Dy (1Dy), x = 6, y = 0; Gd (2Gd), x = 3, y = 1; Er (3Er), x = 6, y = 0; Yb (4Yb), x = 3, y = 1; depma = 9-diethylphosphono-methylanthracene], are reported and structurally characterized. The octa-coordinated environment of LnIII is composed of two oxygen atoms from two different depma ligands and six oxygen atoms from each bound water molecule. All four complexes show photoluminescence in the solid state at room temperature, originating from the ligand-centered emissions of depma. Furthermore, slow magnetization relaxation is found in 1Dy, 3Er and 4Yb with the energy barriers (Ueff) of 40.5 K (1 kOe), 9.8 K (1 kOe) and 28.9 K (0.75 kOe), respectively.

Luminescent Schiff-Base Lanthanide Single-Molecule Magnets: The Association Between Optical and Magnetic Properties

Luminescent Single-Molecule Magnets (SMM) belong to a new class of multifunctional molecule-materials that associate luminescence and slow relaxation of their magnetization within a single crystalline phase. We present in this mini-review the major advances that have been achieved in this new field over the last few years. More particularly, we will focus on the use of Schiff-base complexes in order to correlate magnetism and luminescence, as well as discussing the future outlooks of the field.

Syntheses, crystal structures and magnetic properties of a series of luminescent lanthanide complexes containing neutral tetradentate phenanthroline-amide ligands

Six lanthanide compounds have been prepared from a neutral tetra-dentate ligand. Their luminescent and magnetic properties were investigated in detail.

Enhancement of magnetic relaxation properties with 3d diamagnetic cations in [ZnIILnIII] and [NiIILnIII], LnIII= Kramers lanthanides

Comparison between two series of [Ni^IILn^III] and [Zn^IILn^III] dimers reveals lower intermolecular interactions for the square-planar Ni^IIderivatives that favour an induced SIM response. Some unusual Ce^III, Nd^IIIand Yb^IIISIMs are reported.

Single molecule magnet behaviors of Zn4Ln2 (Ln = DyIII, TbIII) complexes with multidentate organic ligands formed by absorption of CO2 in air through in situ reactions

Two novel Zn–Ln (Ln = Dy (1), Tb (2)) complexes showing single molecule magnet behaviors have been reported.

Both magnetic relaxation and luminescence of Zn2Dy2 cluster complexes regulated by the bis-imine chain in Schiff base ligands

The bis-imine bridge in Schiff base ligands has effects on the magnetic relaxation and luminescence of two Zn₂Dy₂ cluster complexes.

Slow magnetic relaxation and luminescence properties in lanthanide(iii)/anil complexes

The initial use of anils, i.e. bidentate Schiff bases derived from the condensation of anilines with salicylaldehyde or its derivatives, in 4f-metal chemistry is described. The 1 : 1 reactions between Ln(NO3)3·xH2O (Ln = lanthanide) or Y(NO3)3·6H2O and N-(5-bromosalicylidene)aniline (5BrsalanH) in MeCN has provided access to complexes [Ln(NO3)3(5BrsalanH)2(H2O)]·MeCN (Ln = Pr, Nd, Sm, Eu, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, Er, Yb) and [Y(NO3)3(5BrsalanH)2(H2O)]·MeCN, respectively, in good yields. The structures of the isomorphous complexes with Ln = Pr(1·MeCN), Sm(3·MeCN), Gd(5·MeCN), Dy(7·MeCN) and Er(9·MeCN) have been determined by single-crystal X-ray crystallography. The other complexes were proven to be isostructural with the fully structurally characterized compounds based on elemental analyses, IR spectra, unit cell determinations and powder X-ray patterns. The 9-coordinate LnIII centre in the [Ln(NO3)3(5BrsalanH)2(H2O)] molecules is bound to six oxygen atoms from the three bidentate chelating nitrato groups, two oxygen atoms that belong to the organic ligands and one oxygen atom from the aquo ligand. The 5BrsalanH molecules behave as monodentate O-donors; the acidic H atom is clearly located on the imino N atom and thus the formally neutral ligands adopt an extremely rare coordination mode participating in the zwitterionic form. The coordination polyhedra defined by the nine donor atoms around the LnIII centres are best described as spherical capped square antiprisms. Various intermolecular interactions build the crystal structures and Hirshfeld surface analysis was applied to evaluate the magnitude of interactions between the molecules. Solid-state IR and UV/VIS data are discussed in terms of structural features. 1H NMR data prove that the diamagnetic [Y(NO3)3(5BrsalanH)2(H2O)] complex decomposes in DMSO. Combined dc and ac magnetic susceptibility, as well as magnetization data for 7 suggest that this complex shows field-induced slow magnetic relaxation. Two magnetization relaxation processes are evident. The fit to the Arrhenius law has been performed using the 6.5-8.5 K ac data, affording an effective barrier for the magnetization reversal of 27 cm-1. Cole-Cole plot analysis in the temperature range in which the Orbach relaxation process is assumed, reveals a narrow distribution of relaxation times. The solid Dy(iii) complex 7 emits green light at 338 nm, the emission being ligand-centered. The perspectives of the present, first results in the lanthanide(iii)-anil chemistry are critically discussed.

An intense luminescent Dy(iii) single-ion magnet with the acylpyrazolonate ligand showing two slow magnetic relaxation processes

A new Dy(iii)-acylpyrazolonate complex displays both intense yellow-light emission and single-ion magnet behavior with two slow magnetic relaxation processes, acting as a potential bifunctional material.