Minding our P-block and Q-bands: paving inroads into main group corrole research to help instil broader potential.

Main group chemistry is often considered less “dynamic” than transition metal (TM) chemistry because of predictable VSEPR-based central atom geometries, relatively slower redox switching and lack of electronic d-d transitions. However, we delineate what has been made possible with main group chemistry so to give it its proper due and up-to-date treatment. There is hugely untapped potential when considering photophysical properties and functioning. We have hereby reviewed a range of corrole reports addressing primarily photophysical trends, synthetic apects, and important guidelines regarding substitution and inorganic principles. We also look at Ag and Au systems and also consider substitutions such as CF3, halogens, additives and also counterions. Throughout, as well as at the end of this review, we suggest various future directions; future industrial catalytic and health science research is encouraged