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The aim is to develop a novel method for stabilizing zero oxidation state group IV metal centers in accessible compounds.

March 14, 2026Chemical Science2 citationsOpen Access

Homoleptic seven-coordinate Ti(0) and Zr(0) through a new stabilization mode

IAIvan AntsiburovTechnical University of Munich RBRaphael BühlerCentre National de la Recherche Scientifique JSJohannes StephanTechnical University of Munich

Key Points

The aim is to develop a novel method for stabilizing zero oxidation state group IV metal centers in accessible compounds.
Synthesis of homoleptic complexes using hydrocarbon ligands
Characterization of metal centers through various analytical techniques
Comparative analysis of stability across different substitutions
Successful formation of seven-coordinate Ti(0) and Zr(0) complexes
Demonstrated enhanced stability compared to previous methods
Notable improvements in accessibility of group IV metal compounds

Abstract

The stabilization of zero oxidation state group (IV) metal centers in readily accessible compounds on a preparative scale remains a significant challenge. Substituting hydrocarbon ligands in the precursor complexes Ti(η 6 -toluene) 2 ...

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