Polyoxometalates are anionic metal-oxo nanoclusters, which constitute a
unique class of compounds owing to their rich solution equilibria and
their unique compositional, electronic, reactive, and structural
diversity. This book reviews metal-oxide cluster chemistry by covering
topics ranging from fundamental aspects (i.e., structure, properties,
self-assembly processes, derivatization) to functional materials that
incorporate these molecular units, as well as their applications in the
fields of current socioeconomic interest, such as energy storage
systems, catalysis, molecular electronics, and biomedicine. Edited by
prominent researchers in the field of polymer and polyoxometalate
chemistries, the book compiles contributions from some of the most
distinguished and promising scientists worldwide in such a way that it
will appeal to a general readership involved in research areas related
to chemistry and materials science.