Recent advances on molecule-based magnetic bistable materials
Single-molecule magnets(SMM)and spin crossover(SCO)materials play important roles in the realm of molecule-based magnetic bistable materials due to their unique magnetic behavior,and have enormous potential for device applications.The bistability of these materials can be precisely regulated at the molecular level through accurate chemical synthesis and external stimuli.This review provides a comprehensive overview of the historical development of single-molecule magnets and spin-crossover materials,and summarizes their key research advancements in design synthesis,magnetic behavior,and modulation strategies based on the work conducted by our research group.In the conclusion part,the challenges and prospects are summarized in the field of molecular magnetism,particularly in precise structural construction,performance improvement and multifunctionality.