In-depth understanding of π-electron systems: New vistas in fullerene endohedrals

Abstract

The synthesis and characterization of various endohedral metallofullerenes and their derivatives are described. The encapsulated metal atoms' positions and movements were determined using NMR study, X-ray crystallographic analysis, and theoretical calculations. The results of electrochemical investigations clarified the relation between the electronic properties and the π-electron systems of the fullerene endohedrals. © 2010 IUPAC.