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Thermotropic biaxial nematics: [1] highly desirable materials, still elusive?

On the basis and with the inclusion of results described in a previous paper [2], submitted for publication almost two years ago, we add some comments on very recent developments regarding both the design and synthesis of thermotropic nematogens of low-molecular weight, supposed biaxial in character, as well as puzzles, still unsolved, with methods of their unambiguous identification. In general, this update may demonstrate the complexity and problematic nature inherent in this topical subject of research indicated by a struggle over a very relevant, but very difficult matter.


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