The synthesis, structure and the novel chemical and physical properties of olefin-copper(I) complexes are the focus of this review. Particular emphasis is placed on the molecular assembly of these compounds and their potential applications as homogeneous catalysts in solution and as solids possessing unusual physical functional properties.
Keywords olefin-copper(I) complexes; catalysis; chemical reactivates; optoelectronics; physical functional properties.
Xi-Sen Wang:Equally Contributed
Hong Zhao:Equally Contributed