Recent Applications of Metal-Organic Framework PCN-224 in Medicine, Sensing, and Green Chemistry

Research on the modification and utilization of metal-organic frameworks in various areas has increased in recent years, in response to the development of new materials. One emerging porphyrinic zirconium metalorganic framework, PCN-224, demonstrates high stability and porosity while being highly modifiable. Due to its distinctive properties, PCN-224 has garnered significant recent attention in research on its applications in various fields. In medicine, PCN-224 is utilized in catalytic therapy and drug delivery for treating both cancer and bacterial infections. In sensing, PCN- 224 is used for the optic and amperometric sensing of hazardous chemicals for food and environmental detection. In green chemistry, PCN-224 is applied in the catalysis of cascade synthesis reactions and photocatalysis for both the synthesis of sustainable fuels and the decontamination of biohazards. This paper analyses current applications of PCN-224 in these aspects, focusing on the specific modifications and properties used in each case, and provides prospects regarding further implementations of these technologies and possible future areas of inquiry.