A Practical Synthesis of Multi-Site Functionalized Norbornadiene for Molecular Solar Thermal Energy Storage
Journal article, 2025

Norbornadienes (NBDs) are promising candidates for molecular solar thermal energy storage (MOST) due to their reversible photoisomerization. A central aspect for future application is the scalable synthesis of NBD derivatives with high solubility. Herein, we report an efficient synthesis and purification of multi-substituted NBDs, achieving diverse substitution patterns and appreciable solubility. The streamlined process for synthesizing and purifying NBDs delivers high yields and purity, which addresses previously significant challenges in NBD-based energy systems. Our findings advance sustainable approaches for MOST through improved NBD stability and usability.

photoisomerization

functionalization

solubility

renewable energy

norbornadiene

Author

Monika Shamsabadi

Chalmers, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Applied Chemistry

Joost Kimpel

Chalmers, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Applied Chemistry

Christian Müller

Chalmers, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Applied Chemistry

Kasper Moth-Poulsen

Chalmers, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Applied Chemistry

Spanish National Research Council (CSIC)

Polytechnic University of Catalonia

Catalan Institution for Research and Advanced Studies

Synlett

0936-5214 (ISSN) 1437-2096 (eISSN)

Vol. In Press

Subject Categories (SSIF 2025)

Materials Chemistry

Organic Chemistry

Areas of Advance

Energy

Materials Science

DOI

10.1055/a-2560-0282

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Latest update

6/25/2025