Ferrocene-Modified Nickel MOF: Design, Characterization, and Catalytic Application for the Synthesis of 1,2-Disubstituted Benzimidazole Scaffolds

Key Points

• This research aims to design and characterize a ferrocene-modified nickel MOF and evaluate its catalytic potential in organic synthesis.
• Designed bimetallic metal-organic frameworks using ferrocene linkers and nickel.
• Characterized the nickel-based MOF (Ni-AIPA MOF) for its structural properties.
• Evaluated catalytic performance in the synthesis of 1,2-disubstituted benzimidazole scaffolds.
• The ferrocene-modified nickel MOF exhibited enhanced catalytic efficiency compared to traditional catalysts.
• Successful synthesis of 1,2-disubstituted benzimidazoles with high yield and selectivity.
• Characterization confirmed the structural integrity and catalytic properties of the MOF.