The synthesis and characterization of Zn(ii)/Cd(ii) based MOFs by a mixed ligand strategy: a Zn(ii) MOF as a dual functional material for reversible dye adsorption and as a heterogeneous catalyst for the Biginelli reaction

2D Zn(ii)/Cd(ii) based MOF involving mixed ligands have been synthesized. Zn(ii) based MOF has been utilized as a bifunctional material towards reversible dye adsorption and as an efficient heterogeneous catalyst in Biginelli reaction.