Volume 64, Issue 29 e202507002
Review

One-Dimensional Covalent Organic Frameworks: From Design, Synthesis to Applications

Pei Huang

Pei Huang

Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Carbon Dioxide Resource Utilization, School of Chemistry, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006 P.R. China

Both authors contributed equally to this work.

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Lu-Hua Hou

Lu-Hua Hou

Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Carbon Dioxide Resource Utilization, School of Chemistry, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006 P.R. China

Both authors contributed equally to this work.

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Ming-Yi Yang

Ming-Yi Yang

Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Carbon Dioxide Resource Utilization, School of Chemistry, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006 P.R. China

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Cheng Xiao

Cheng Xiao

Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Carbon Dioxide Resource Utilization, School of Chemistry, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006 P.R. China

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Yan-Li Wu

Yan-Li Wu

Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Carbon Dioxide Resource Utilization, School of Chemistry, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006 P.R. China

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Si-Jing Cai

Si-Jing Cai

Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Carbon Dioxide Resource Utilization, School of Chemistry, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006 P.R. China

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Wen-Jie Guo

Wen-Jie Guo

Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Carbon Dioxide Resource Utilization, School of Chemistry, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006 P.R. China

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Dr. Mi Zhang

Corresponding Author

Dr. Mi Zhang

Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Carbon Dioxide Resource Utilization, School of Chemistry, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006 P.R. China

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Dr. Meng Lu

Corresponding Author

Dr. Meng Lu

Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Carbon Dioxide Resource Utilization, School of Chemistry, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006 P.R. China

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Prof. Ya-Qian Lan

Corresponding Author

Prof. Ya-Qian Lan

Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Carbon Dioxide Resource Utilization, School of Chemistry, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006 P.R. China

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First published: 12 May 2025

Graphical Abstract

This minireview discussed the recent developments in basic knowledge, structure design strategies, and applications of 1D COFs, and also provided insights into the challenges and prospects of 1D COFs for the further development of this field.

Abstract

As an important branch of the covalent organic frameworks (COFs) family, one-dimensional COFs (1D COFs), which are formed by the ordered arrangement of confined covalent bonds in one dimension and non-covalent interactions (van der Waals force, π–π interactions, and hydrogen bonds) in the vertical two and three dimensions has aroused much attention. Compared with two-dimensional (2D)/three-dimensional (3D) COFs, 1D COFs behaved more easily dispersing and had more opportunities for active sites exposure due to their weaker interchain/interlayer interaction, modified nonlinear edge, and pore structures. These features make them have great application potential in many fields, including catalysis, energy storage, adsorption, sensing, and others. In this minireview, we highlight the state-of-the-art advances of 1D COFs in the structure design principles of building blocks, synthesis strategies, and their related applications. Furthermore, we present an in-depth outlook on the challenges and opportunities faced by 1D COFs, aiming to offer insights for future studies in this intriguing and significant research field.

Conflict of Interests

The authors declare no conflict of interest.

Data Availability Statement

The data that support the findings of this study are available from the corresponding author upon reasonable request.

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