Semiconductive coordination polymers with continuous π-π interactions and defined crystal structures.

Two semiconductive coordination polymers based on a chelating redox-active ligand were synthesized and structurally characterized. Strong and continuous intermolecular π-π interactions are likely the reason for moderate electrical conductivity of about 10-5 S m-1 in these materials. The results of DFT calculations indicate that the continuous π-π stacking structure contributes to the orbital overlap and thus improves charge transport performance.