Constructing semiconductive crystalline microporous materials by Coulomb interactions

Crystalline materials possessing both porous and conductive properties would create a great opportunity for novel electrical applications in fuel cells, batteries and sensors. However, these kinds of materials are rarely reported. Here, we report a new type of conducting porous crystalline material constructed by long distance Coulomb interactions among inorganic and organic components. The compound in this work shows a microporous structure, typical semiconductive properties, selective adsorption and an interesting electrical response to methanol and ethanol.