Advances in Coordination Chemistry and Molecular Design of Ligands for Nuclear Fuel Resources: Efficient Uranium Extraction from Seawater — A Review

Key Points

• Efficient uranium extraction methods are crucial for sustainable nuclear fuel resources, and coordination chemistry plays a significant role in this process.
• Notable advancements include the design of novel ligands that improve binding efficiency and selectivity for uranium in seawater.
• Review discusses various molecular design strategies within coordination chemistry aimed at enhancing uranium extraction performance.
• The findings suggest that further developments in ligand design could lead to more sustainable energy solutions, though practical applications remain challenging.