New molecular capsules capable of imparting chiral activity to non-chiral metal-containing dyes were successfully created by self-assembly in water, as reported by researchers from Japan. These capsules have adaptable chiral cavities, inducing chirality of various large and rigid metal-containing dyes upon encapsulation, without requiring typical chemical modification. Moreover, the chiral properties can be tuned with heat, showcasing the potential use in chiral materials and catalysts.

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• ■Science Tokyo News：https://www.isct.ac.jp/en/news/delj8btklybz
• ■Yoshizawa-Sawada Group
• ■Dept. of Chemical Science and Engineering, School of Materials and Chemical Technology