MOFbased

MOFbased is a term used to describe materials and systems that incorporate metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) as a primary component or scaffold. While the more common form in the literature is MOF-based, some authors and branding use the compact form MOFbased. In general, MOFbased materials include MOF crystals themselves, MOF–based composites with polymers or inorganic oxides, and MOF-derived or MOF-templated structures.

Metal-organic frameworks are crystalline, porous materials built from metal nodes connected by organic linkers. The resulting networks offer high surface areas, tunable pore sizes, and adjustable chemical functionality. MOFbased materials exploit these features to tailor adsorption, catalysis, or transport properties. Variants include MOF nanoparticles, thin films, membranes, and MOF–polymer or MOF–carbon composites, each designed for specific applications.

Synthesis and modification of MOFbased systems span conventional solvothermal or hydrothermal routes to more advanced techniques such as microwave-assisted synthesis, electrochemical growth, and mechanochemical methods. Post-synthetic modification and defect engineering are common strategies to adjust stability, porosity, and active sites. Stability remains a critical consideration, as many MOFs show sensitivity to moisture or harsh conditions; stability depends on metal nodes, linker chemistry, and framework topology. Scalability and cost are also important factors for practical deployment.

Applications of MOFbased materials are broad, including gas storage and separation (e.g., CO2 capture, hydrogen storage), catalysis (heterogeneous reactions and photocatalysis), sensing, drug delivery, and energy storage (supercapacitors and batteries). Ongoing research aims to improve stability, develop greener synthesis routes, and create robust MOFbased devices for industrial use.