Journal article

Authors list: Neumann, J; Schnurr, A; Wegner, HA

Publication year: 2019

Pages: 2319-2326

Journal: Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry

Volume number: 15

ISSN: 1860-5397

Open access status: Gold

DOI Link: https://doi.org/10.3762/bjoc.15.224

Publisher: Beilstein-Institut

Abstract: 
Models are a quintessential part in research as well as for scientific communication in general. A special challenge is the visualization of the invisible, such as atoms and molecules. Visualizations are also deeply rooted in the discipline of art offering in the respect untapped potential in cross-fertilization with natural sciences. Here we show a new classification of molecular structures, so-called perspective isomorphs, applying an interdisciplinary crossing of epistemological concepts between chemistry and art. The idea is based on the notion that molecules can be classified, if they appear equivalent from one standpoint in a specific orientation. We termed such a group of such molecules perspective isomorphs. The general concept is outlined together with a nomenclature system. Furthermore, this concept has been visualized by artistic representations of molecules. The concept of perspective isomorphs and its discussions herein will extend current models and stimulate the discourse about the nature of atoms and molecules and especially their models.

Harvard Citation style: Neumann, J., Schnurr, A. and Wegner, H. (2019) Perspective isomorphs - a new classification of molecular structures based on artistic and chemical concepts, Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry, 15, pp. 2319-2326. https://doi.org/10.3762/bjoc.15.224

APA Citation style: Neumann, J., Schnurr, A., & Wegner, H. (2019). Perspective isomorphs - a new classification of molecular structures based on artistic and chemical concepts. Beilstein Journal of Organic Chemistry. 15, 2319-2326. https://doi.org/10.3762/bjoc.15.224