Organic Synthesis, Molecular Design Limited

Ionic liquids (ILs) are not only viewed as potent designer solvents for organic synthesis, they are also often cited in the context of the recently developed field of green chemistry . The main rationale encountered for calling ILs green is their negligible vapor pressure, which, in comparison to conventional molecular organic solvents, reduces occupational health risks because of the limited exposure via air. Furthermore, the risk of explosions is limited because of the same property. 

A topic for a Solvay Conference should be general enough to conform with the great tradition of previous conferences. On the other hand it should not be so broad that it can not be covered during the limited time of the conference. After discussion of several such topics, Design and Synthesis of Organic Molecules Based on Molecular Recognition was chosen. 

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