Stabilization and Controlled Release of Reactive Molecules by Solid‐State van der Waals Capsules

Control by encapsulation: A dimeric capsule assembled from a tripodal host by van der Waals forces can stabilize a series of reactive molecules, such as cyclopentadiene and trichlorosilane, in the crystalline state even under relatively harsh conditions. Moreover, these reactive molecules can be controllably released into liquid media for further chemical reaction by thermal programming, leaving the insoluble host molecules behind for easy separation and reuse (see scheme). As a service to our authors and readers, this journal provides supporting information supplied by the authors. Such materials are peer reviewed and may be re-organized for online delivery, but are not copy-edited or typeset. Technical support issues arising from supporting information (other than missing files) should be addressed to the authors. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.