Progress in the Design of V-Shaped Ligand-Regulated Copper-Based Coordination Polymers for Urease Inhibition
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Urease inhibitors play a critical role in enhancing nitrogen use efficiency in agriculture by reducing nitrogen loss through ammonia volatilization. Copper-based coordination polymers (Cu-CPs) have emerged as promising urease inhibitors due to their tunable structures and functional versatility. Among various ligand designs, V-shaped auxiliary ligands uniquely direct the formation of two-dimensional Cu-CP architectures with enhanced exposure of active copper sites, leading to superior inhibitory performance. This review summarizes recent advances in the synthesis, structural characteristics, and urease inhibition mechanisms of V-shaped ligand-regulated Cu-CPs. Key synthetic strategies, including solvothermal and hydrothermal methods, are discussed alongside comprehensive characterization techniques. The synergistic role of stabilizers in prolonging inhibitory effects and minimizing environmental impacts is also examined. Finally, challenges and future perspectives for the development and application of Cu-CPs in sustainable agriculture are outlined, emphasizing the potential of ligand engineering to optimize functional properties.
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