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[ASAP] Overcoming Photochemical Limitations in Metallaphotoredox Catalysis: Red-Light-Driven C–N Cross-Coupling
MRVTwo photon
[ASAP] Cyclopropenium Ions in Catalysis

[ASAP] Emerging Trends in Cross-Coupling: Twelve-Electron-Based L1Pd(0) Catalysts, Their Mechanism of Action, and Selected Applications
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Intermolecular dearomative [4 + 2] cycloaddition of naphthalenes via visible-light energy-transfer-catalysis
DOI: 10.1039/D2SC04005K, Edge Article
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Constructing 3D molecular scaffolds from aromatic hydrocarbons is challenging. Herein, we report dearomative [4 + 2] cycloaddition reaction of naphthalenes via visible-light EnT catalysis which overcomes issues of unfavorable thermodynamics, low yields, and selectivity.
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Recent Advances in the Nickel‐catalysed Electrochemical Coupling Reactions with a Focus on the Type of Bond Formed
Recent years have seen a lot of interest in electrochemical metal catalysis as a technology that supports contemporary synthetic chemistry. Nickel can be used effectively in metal-catalysed electrochemical reactions due to its inexpensive nature, high reactivity towards less reactive electrolytes, and unique single electron transfer (SET) catalytic cycle. Surprisingly, the range of electrochemical nickel-catalysed reactions can be well expanded due to its feasibility, energy economy, strong selectivity, mild reaction conditions, broad substrate range, cost-effectiveness and flexibility.
Abstract
Despite being around for many decades, electrochemical metal catalysis has recently widened the realm of electrochemical synthesis by merging sustainable electrosynthesis and tremendous metal catalysis. As the electric current can be controlled to stimulate the development of reactive intermediates and catalysts without the use of external oxidising or reducing agents and considering that it is more selective, generates less waste, and works under reasonable conditions, this strategy represents an eco-friendly and economically sustainable method. Nickel can be used efficiently in electrochemical metal-catalysed reactions owing to its inexpensive nature, high reactivity towards less reactive electrophiles and unique single electron transfer (SET) catalytic cycle. This review covers the recent advances in nickel-catalysed electrochemical coupling reactions from 2017 to 2022, with a focus on different reactions that forge C−C or C-heteroatom bonds.
Enantioselective Ugi and Ugi-azide reactions catalyzed by anionic stereogenic-at-cobalt(III) complexes
MRVEnantioselective Ugi / Ugi-azide
[ASAP] Shining Visible Light on Reductive Elimination: Acridine–Pd-Catalyzed Cross-Coupling of Aryl Halides with Carboxylic Acids
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Palladium‐Catalyzed [6+2] Double Allene Annulation for Benzazocines Synthesis
MRVcycloaddition
A palladium-catalyzed formal [6;2] annulation of allenyl benzoxazinanones with terminal allenes has been developed, forming the challenging 8-membered cycles. Decent yields and excellent regioselectivity have been observed under mild conditions with a remarkable Z-stereoselectivity for the exo-cyclic C=C bonds.
Abstract
An efficient double allene protocol for the formation of benzazocines has been developed. The reaction constitutes a highly regioselective palladium-catalyzed formal [6+2] annulation of allenyl benzoxazinanones with terminal allenes forming the challenging 8-membered cycles. Decent yields and excellent regioselectivity have been observed under mild conditions with a remarkable Z-stereoselectivity for the exo-cyclic C=C bonds. The synthetic potentials of benzazocine products have been demonstrated.
Nickel‐Catalyzed Site‐Selective Intermolecular C(sp3)−H Amidation
A Ni-catalyzed site-selective intermolecular C(sp3)−H amidation has been developed. This protocol is characterized by its mild conditions, broad substrate scope, and excellent chemo- and site-selectivity, thus unlocking a complementary technique to conventional C(sp3)−N bond-forming reactions for accessing amine architectures from simple building blocks.
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A nickel-catalyzed site-selective intermolecular amidation of saturated C(sp3)−H bonds is reported. This mild protocol exhibits a predictable reactivity pattern to incorporate amide functions at C(sp3)−H sites adjacent to nitrogen and oxygen atoms in either cyclic or acyclic frameworks, thus offering a complementary reactivity profile to existing oxidative-type processes or metal-catalyzed C(sp3)−N bond-forming reactions operating via two-electron manifolds.
[ASAP] Practical and Facile Access to Bicyclo[3.1.1]heptanes: Potent Bioisosteres of meta-Substituted Benzenes

Excited-State Palladium-Catalyzed α-Selective C1-Ketonylation
A broadly applicable quantitative relative reactivity model for nucleophilic aromatic substitution (SNAr) using simple descriptors
DOI: 10.1039/D2SC04041G, Edge Article
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A model for SNAr reactivity is reported, built from relative rate data obtained by competition studies. Based only on molecular descriptors of the electrophile, the model predicts relative reactivity and site selectivity for many complex substrates.
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Oxidative Cleavage of Alkenes by Photosensitized Nitroarenes
This article highlights the recent seminal findings on the possibility to use photoexcited nitroarenes as modular and easily dosable reagents which can mimic the reactivity of ozonolysis for the oxidative conversion of alkenyl bonds into carbonyl groups in a highly selective fashion.
Abstract
Oxidative cleavage of alkenes into carbonyl molecules mainly relies on either ozonolysis or Lemieux-Johnson oxidation involving high valent transition metal oxides. Safety, technical concerns and highly oxidizing conditions of both these procedures limited their adoption in streamlined synthesis. Like ozone, photosensitized nitroarenes can deliver similar types of [3+2] cycloaddition products with alkenes through biradical formation and the resulting “N-doped” ozonides can safely be converted to the corresponding carbonyl compounds through hydrolysis. The high prevalence of nitroarenes with diverse electronic and steric profiles combined with the mild oxidizing power allow to modulate site-selectivity and tolerate highly sensitive functional groups ideal for application in complex molecular setup.
[ASAP] Metal-Free Photochemical Imino-Alkylation of Alkenes with Bifunctional Oxime Esters

[ASAP] Visible-Light Photocatalyzed peri-(3 + 2) Cycloadditions of Quinolines
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[ASAP] Hydroamination of Unactivated Alkenes with Aliphatic Azides

[ASAP] Ligand Development for Copper-Catalyzed Enantioconvergent Radical Cross-Coupling of Racemic Alkyl Halides

[ASAP] Catalytic Lewis Base Additive Enables Selective Copper-Catalyzed Borylative α‑C–H Allylation of Alicyclic Amines

[ASAP] Photoinduced Oxygen Transfer Using Nitroarenes for the Anaerobic Cleavage of Alkenes

[ASAP] Synthesis of β‑Polychlorinated Alkynes Enabled by Copper-Catalyzed Multicomponent Reaction

Progress in Convergent Paired Electrolysis
Recent progress on convergent paired electrolysis has been summarized in this concept article. Four strategies based upon metal catalysis, persistent radical effects, microfluidic chemistry, and alternating current electrolysis are discussed in relation to their underlying mechanisms.
Abstract
Convergent paired electrolysis combines both anodic and cathodic reactions simultaneously in an electrochemical transformation. It provides a highly energy-efficient and divergent approach to conventionally challenging and useful structures. However, the physical separation of the two half-electrode reactions makes it extremely difficult to couple the intermediates arising from the two electrodes. In this concept article, four strategies used in convergent paired electrolysis will be discussed from the perspective of the reaction mechanism: a) metal-catalyzed convergent paired electrolysis, b) convergent paired electrolysis enabled by persistent radical effects, c) microfluidic chemistry applied to convergent paired electrolysis, and d) alternating current electrolysis.
[ASAP] A Pyridine-Based Donor–Acceptor Molecule: A Highly Reactive Organophotocatalyst That Enables the Reductive Cleavage of C–Br Bonds through Halogen Bonding

Iron-catalyzed ring-opening of cyclic carboxylic acids enabled by photoinduced ligand-to-metal charge transfer
DOI: 10.1039/D2GC01738E, Paper
A decarboxylative ring-opening reaction of cyclic tertiary carboxylic acids via an iron-catalyzed photoinduced ligand-to-metal charge transfer (LMCT) process is herein reported.
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[ASAP] Regio- and Stereoselective Electrochemical Alkylation of Morita–Baylis–Hillman Adducts

[ASAP] Organocatalyzed Cross-Nucleophile Couplings: Umpolung of Catalytic Enamines

[ASAP] Photoinduced Transition-Metal-Free Chan–Evans–Lam-Type Coupling: Dual Photoexcitation Mode with Halide Anion Effect

Copper‐Catalyzed Radical Enantioselective Carbo‐Esterification of Styrenes Enabled by a Perfluoroalkylated‐PyBox Ligand
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The radical enantioselective carbo-esterification of styrenes enabled by a newly developed perfluoroalkylated-PyBox ligand and copper catalysis is reported. Mechanistic studies reveal that this reaction is a rare example of an efficient ligand-decelerated system, in which the ligand decelerates the reaction, but the reaction is still efficient with reduced amounts of ligand.
Abstract
Chiral lactones are found in many natural products. The reaction of simple alkenes with iodoacetic acid is a powerful method to build lactones, but the enantioselective version of this reaction has not been implemented to date. Herein, we report the efficient catalytic radical enantioselective carbo-esterification of styrenes enabled by a newly developed CuI-perfluoroalkylated PyBox system. Simple styrenes have been converted to useful chiral lactones, whose synthetic applications are showcased. Mechanistic studies reveal that this reaction is a rare example of an efficient ligand-decelerated system, in which the ligand decelerates the reaction, but the reaction is still efficient with reduced amounts of ligand. This uncommon catalytic system may inspire further consideration of the effect of ligands in asymmetric catalysis.
Para‐Fluorination of Anilides Using Electrochemically Generated Hypervalent Iodoarenes
MRVelectrochemical fluorination
An electrochemical transformation for the selective para-fluorination of anilides is presented. Herein, anodically generated ArIF2 mediates the conversion of a variety of 20 different anilides in up to 86 % yield. The sustainable and easy to conduct protocol in an ionic-liquid / dicholoromethane mixture represents a promising alternative to conventional reagent mediated synthesis protocol.
Abstract
The para-selective fluorination reaction of anilides using electrochemically generated hypervalent ArIF2 is reported, with Et3N ⋅ 5HF serving as fluoride source and as supporting electrolyte. This electrochemical reaction is characterized by a simple set-up, easy scalability and affords a broad variety of fluorinated anilides from easily accessible anilides in good yields up to 86 %.
Catalytic asymmetric Tsuji–Trost α−benzylation reaction of N-unprotected amino acids and benzyl alcohol derivatives
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[ASAP] Organocatalytic Asymmetric Dearomatizing Hetero-Diels–Alder Reaction of Nonactivated Arenes
