with contributions by numerous experts

Anion recognition plays a critical role in a range of biological processes, and a variety of receptors and carriers can be found throughout the natural world. Chemists working in the area of supramolecular chemistry have created a range of anion receptors, drawing inspiration from nature as well as their own inventive processes. This book traces the origins of anion recognition chemistry as a unique sub-field in supramolecular chemistry while illustrating the basic approaches currently being used to effect receptor design. The combination of biological overview and summary of current synthetic approaches provides a coverage that is both comprehensive and comprehensible. First, the authors detail the key design motifs that have been used to generate synthetic receptors and which are likely to provide the basis for further developments. They also highlight briefly some of the features that are present in naturally occurring anion recognition and transport systems and summarise the applications of anion recognition chemistry. Providing as it does a detailed review for practitioners in the field and a concise introduction to the topic for newcomers, Anion Receptor Chemistry reflects the current state of the art. Fully referenced and illustrated in colour, it is a welcome addition to the literature.

Brett M. Rambo ∙ Eric S. Silver ∙ Christopher W. Bielawski ∙ Jonathan L. Sessler Covalent Polymers Containing Discrete Heterocyclic Anion Receptors Philip A. Gale ∙ Chang-Hee Lee Calix[n]pyrroles as Anion and Ion-Pair Complexants Wim Dehaen Calix[n]phyrins: Synthesis and Anion Recognition Hiromitsu Maeda Acyclic Oligopyrrolic Anion Receptors Jeffery T. Davis Anion Binding and Transport by Prodigiosin and Its Analogs Hemraj Juwarker ∙ Jae-min Suk ∙ Kyu-Sung Jeong Indoles and Related Heterocycles Pavel Anzenbacher Jr. Pyrrole-Based Anion Sensors, Part I: Colorimetric Sensors Pavel Anzenbacher Jr. Pyrrole-Based Anion Sensors, Part II: Fluorescence, Luminescence, and Electrochemical Sensors Ermitas Alcalde ∙ Immaculada Dinarès ∙ Neus Mesquida Imidazolium-Based Receptors Nathan L. Kilah ∙ Paul D. Beer Pyridine and Pyridinium-Based Anion Receptors Kevin P. McDonald ∙ Yuran Hua ∙ Amar H. Flood 1,2,3-Triazoles and the Expanding Utility of Charge Neutral CHlllAnion Interactions

This book presents critical reviews of the present position and future trends in modern chemical research concerned with chemical structure and bonding. The book contains short and concise reports, each written by the world's renowned experts.

Building on the pioneering work in supramolecular chemistry from the last 20 years or so, this monograph addresses new and recent approaches to anion coordination chemistry. Synthesis of receptors, biological receptors and metallareceptors, the energetics of anion binding, molecular structures of anion complexes, sensing devices are presented and computational studies addressed to aid with the understanding of the different driving forces responsible for anion complexation. The reader is promised an actual picture of the state of the art for this exciting and constantly evolving field of supramolecular anion coordination chemistry. The topics range from ion channels to selective sensors, making it attractive to all researchers and PhD students with an interest in supramolecular chemistry.

Brett M. Rambo ∙ Eric S. Silver ∙ Christopher W. Bielawski ∙ Jonathan L. Sessler Covalent Polymers Containing Discrete Heterocyclic Anion Receptors Philip A. Gale ∙ Chang-Hee Lee Calix[n]pyrroles as Anion and Ion-Pair Complexants Wim Dehaen Calix[n]phyrins: Synthesis and Anion Recognition Hiromitsu Maeda Acyclic Oligopyrrolic Anion Receptors Jeffery T. Davis Anion Binding and Transport by Prodigiosin and Its Analogs Hemraj Juwarker ∙ Jae-min Suk ∙ Kyu-Sung Jeong Indoles and Related Heterocycles Pavel Anzenbacher Jr. Pyrrole-Based Anion Sensors, Part I: Colorimetric Sensors Pavel Anzenbacher Jr. Pyrrole-Based Anion Sensors, Part II: Fluorescence, Luminescence, and Electrochemical Sensors Ermitas Alcalde ∙ Immaculada Dinarès ∙ Neus Mesquida Imidazolium-Based Receptors Nathan L. Kilah ∙ Paul D. Beer Pyridine and Pyridinium-Based Anion Receptors Kevin P. McDonald ∙ Yuran Hua ∙ Amar H. Flood 1,2,3-Triazoles and the Expanding Utility of Charge Neutral CHlllAnion Interactions

Over the last decade, fluorescence has become the dominant tool in biotechnology and medical imaging. These exciting advances have been underpinned by the advances in time-resolved techniques and instrumentation, probe design, chemical / biochemical sensing, coupled with our furthered knowledge in biology. Complementary volumes 9 and 10, Advanced Concepts of Fluorescence Sensing: Small Molecule Sensing and Advanced Concepts of Fluorescence Sensing: Macromolecular Sensing, aim to summarize the current state of the art in fluorescent sensing. For this reason, Drs. Geddes and Lakowicz have invited chapters, encompassing a broad range of fluorescence sensing techniques. Some chapters deal with small molecule sensors, such as for anions, cations, and CO2, while others summarize recent advances in protein-based and macromolecular sensors. The Editors have, however, not included DNA or RNA based sensing in this volume, as this were reviewed in Volume 7 and is to be the subject of a more detailed volume in the near future.