From synergistic co-assembly to orthogonal self-sorting: Regulating the assembly of silver nanocluster by varying the terminal groups of bodipy derivatives

Key Points

• Silver nanocluster assembly is regulated by terminal groups of bodipy derivatives, promoting self-sorting.
• Key evidence shows that varying terminal groups affects co-assembly dynamics and outcomes.
• Observational analysis of silver nanocluster formations illustrates the influence of specific bodipy derivatives.
• This indicates potential applications in nanotechnology, although further exploration is warranted.