06 Sep 10:25
by Haidong Liu,
Yi-Peng Wang,
Hui Wang,
Kewei Ren,
Longfei Liu,
Luzhen Dang,
Cheng-Qiang Wang,
Chao Feng
A novel 1,2,5-trifunctionalization of unactivated alkenes is established by merging dipolar cycloaddition with photoredox promoted radical ring-opening remote C(sp3)−H functionalization. This transformation was triggered by XAT followed by a cascade of 1,5-HAT and intermolecular fluorine atom transfer. With this method, a broad spectrum of valuable β-hydroxyl-ϵ-fluoro-nitrile products are synthesized from readily available terminal alkenes.
Abstract
Although highly appealing for rapid access of molecular complexity, multi-functionalization of alkenes that allows incorporation of more than two functional groups remains a prominent challenge. Herein, we report a novel strategy that merges dipolar cycloaddition with photoredox promoted radical ring-opening remote C(sp3)−H functionalization, thus enabling a smooth 1,2,5-trifunctionalization of unactivated alkenes. A highly regioselective [3+2] cycloaddition anchors a reaction trigger onto alkene substrates. The subsequent halogen atom transfer (XAT) selectively initiates ring-opening process, which is followed by a series of 1,5-hydrogen atom transfer (1,5-HAT) and intermolecular fluorine atom transfer (FAT) events. With this method, site-selective introduction of three different functional groups is accomplished and a broad spectrum of valuable β-hydroxyl-ϵ-fluoro-nitrile products are synthesized from readily available terminal alkenes.
27 Aug 13:00
by Tanumoy Mandal, Samrat Mallick, Malekul Islam, and Suman De Sarkar
ACS Catalysis
DOI: 10.1021/acscatal.4c03560
08 Aug 15:01
by Chen-Wei Xu, Si-Yi Yan, Hui Xu, Sai Wang, Li-Qun Gu, Pei Xu, Long Yin, and Xu Zhu
ACS Catalysis
DOI: 10.1021/acscatal.4c03396
08 Aug 14:55
by Zhengjun He, Zhi Li, Shuo Lai, and Hongji Li
Organic Letters
DOI: 10.1021/acs.orglett.4c02307
08 Aug 14:54
by Shiqin Qiu, Huaixuan Guo, and Peng Xu
Organic Letters
DOI: 10.1021/acs.orglett.4c02380
08 Aug 14:51
by Jiuwen Xu, Bo-Xi Liu, Xin-Yu Liu, Weidong Rao, and Shun-Yi Wang
Organic Letters
DOI: 10.1021/acs.orglett.4c01925
06 Aug 08:51
by Roberto Nolla-Saltiel
Nature Chemistry, Published online: 05 August 2024; doi:10.1038/s41557-024-01594-x
Cross-coupling reactions are among the most important carbon–carbon bond-forming reactions. Now the nickel-catalysed cross-coupling of chiral sulfones with Grignard reagents has been achieved with up to 99% retention of chirality. The speed of the cross-coupling relative to sulfone deprotonation and racemization is critical to enabling this enantiospecific process.
05 Jul 09:05
by Melissa Hohenadel,
Ben Ebel,
Iris M. Oppel,
Frederic W. Patureau
We present herein some experimental results, including NMR and x-ray, which have led to the recent retraction of a Nature Communications article claiming to feature a metal-free cross-dehydrogenative N−N coupling of primary amides with amines under the action of a hypervalent iodine oxidant. These findings should help the chemical research community to avoid such pitfalls in the future.
Abstract
The oxidative formation of N−N bonds from primary amides has been recently reported and then retracted in the journal Nature Communications by Kathiravan, Nicholls, and co-authors, utilizing a hypervalent iodane reagent. Unfortunately, the authors failed to recognize the Curtius reaction taking place under the described reaction conditions. Thus, the claimed N−N coupling products were not formed. Instead, the Curtius rearrangement urea coupling products were obtained. We demonstrate this herein by means of NMR and x-ray analysis, as well as with the support of an alternative synthetic route.
16 May 08:29
Green Chem., 2024, 26,7759-7768
DOI: 10.1039/D4GC02156H, Paper
Zhang Danlu, Zeng Xu, Wang Sinong, Xu Yan, Dai Qiqi, Yue Fengxia, Wang Peng, Liu Chuanfu, Lan Wu
The lignin model compounds were efficiently cleaved into veratric acid and aliphatic carboxylic acids by the electrocatalyst nickel oxyhydroxide.
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24 Apr 08:30
by Giulio Goti
Nature Chemistry, Published online: 01 March 2024; doi:10.1038/s41557-024-01472-6
Although generally perceived as an old-fashioned and unselective tool to build molecules, the photochemistry community is now re-discovering the power of UV light and is using key mechanistic information to develop new catalytic processes driven by visible light. This Perspective discusses the progress and impact of UV light in organic synthesis.
13 Feb 11:51
Chem. Commun., 2024, 60,2405-2408
DOI: 10.1039/D3CC06041A, Communication
Yu-Qiu Guan, Jia-Fan Qiao, Yu-Feng Liang
Nickel-catalysed chelation-assisted reductive cross-coupling of trifluoropropanamides/esters with disulfides to afford thioacrylamides/esters with high E selectivity, involving triple C–F bond cleavage.
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09 Jan 16:04
by Rajesh Kancherla,
Krishnamoorthy Muralirajan,
Sayan Dutta,
Kuntal Pal,
Bo Li,
Bholanath Maity,
Luigi Cavallo,
Magnus Rueping
A palladium photocatalytic method is reported for the successful synthesis of primary anilines by the cross-coupling of aryl halides and sodium azide under open-air conditions at room temperature. For the first time, diverse divalent palladium complexes are shown to undergo photoexcitation to give carbon-nitrogen (C−N) cross-coupled product under air without using sophisticated ligands.
Abstract
The development of metal complexes that function as both photocatalyst and cross-coupling catalyst remains a challenging research topic. So far, progress has been shown in palladium(0) excited-state transition metal catalysis for the construction of carbon-carbon bonds where the oxidative addition of alkyl/aryl halides to zero-valent palladium (Pd0) is achievable at room temperature. In contrast, the analogous process with divalent palladium (PdII) is uphill and endothermic. For the first time, we report that divalent palladium can act as a light-absorbing species that undergoes double excitation to realize carbon-nitrogen (C−N) cross-couplings under air. Differently substituted aryl halides can be applied in the mild, and selective cross-coupling amination using palladium acetate as both photocatalyst and cross-coupling catalyst at room temperature. Density functional theory studies supported by mechanistic investigations provide insight into the reaction mechanism.
09 Jan 11:00
by Lucie M. Lindenbeck,
Vanessa C. Barra,
Sira Dahlhaus,
Silas Brand,
Luca Wende,
Björn B. Beele,
Nils. H. Schebb,
Bruno V. M. Rodrigues,
Adam Slabon
An unprecedented strategy has been proposed, using electrocatalysis to selectively depolymerize lignin into valuable aliphatic compounds in an aqueous solvent system under ambient conditions. Our innovative approach breaks down lignin‘s aromatic structure, yielding sodium levulinate, sodium 4-hydroxyvalerate, sodium formate, and sodium acetate as major products, representing an important milestone into lignin valorization and sustainability.
Abstract
Replacing crude oil as the primary industrial source of carbon-based chemicals has become crucial for both environmental and resource sustainability reasons. In this scenario, wood arises as an excellent candidate, whilst depolymerization approaches have emerged as promising strategies to unlock the lignin potential as a resource in the production of high-value organic chemicals. However, many drawbacks, such as toxic solvents, expensive catalysts, high energy inputs, and poor product selectivity have represented major challenges to this task. Herein, we present an unprecedented approach using electrocatalysis for the simultaneous depolymerization and dearomatization of lignin in aqueous medium under ambient conditions. By employing water/sodium carbonate as a solvent system, we demonstrated a pathway for selectively depolymerizing lignin under reductive electrochemical conditions using carbon as an electrocatalyst. After reductive electrocatalysis, the presence of aromatic compounds was no longer detected via nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. Further characterization by NMR, FTIR spectroscopy, and mass spectrometry revealed the major presences of sodium levulinate, sodium 4-hydroxyvalerate, sodium formate, and sodium acetate as products. By achieving a complete dearomatization, valuable aliphatic intermediates with enhanced reactivity were selectively obtained, opening new avenues for further synthesis of many different organic chemicals, and contributing to a more sustainable and circular economy.
09 Jan 09:16
Org. Chem. Front., 2024, 11,1305-1313
DOI: 10.1039/D3QO02054A, Research Article
Yu-Zhong Yang, Qi Xue, Qing Sun, Yang Li, Ming Hu, Chong-Hui Xu, Jin-Heng Li
A conceptually novel single electron transfer strategy for C(sp3)–F activation-enabled [3 + 2 + 1] annulation of α-polyfluoromethyl alkenes is developed.
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08 Jan 15:04
Org. Chem. Front., 2024, 11,477-483
DOI: 10.1039/D3QO01616A, Research Article
Zhuo Chen, Chen Li, Kui Liu, Li-Rong Wen, Ming Li, Lin-Bao Zhang
An environmentally benign electrochemical approach has been developed for the construction of β-sulfonylated BODIPYs by using sulfonylhydrazide as the sulfonyl source.
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08 Jan 14:59
Org. Chem. Front., 2024, 11,1169-1174
DOI: 10.1039/D3QO01974H, Research Article
Si-Yuan Chen, Ying-Shan Wang, Xian Han, Zhen-Dong Zhang, Zhi-Kai Li, Dong-Liang Lu, Shaoyu Li
A catalyst-free, photoinduced three-component reaction involving sulfur dioxide insertion/sulfonyl radical addition to an unactivated CC double bond/Minisci-type cyclization sequence has been developed to access sulfonated quinazolinones.
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08 Jan 07:59
by Sofia Kiriakidi,
Carlos Silva,
Roberto Sanz Díez,
Olalla Nieto Faza
Oxygen-rich biomass-derived substrates as reducing agents with a dioxomolybdenum catalyst. Stepwise transformation of nitrobenzene to aniline through three consecutive Mo(VI)/Mo(IV) catalytic cycles. In-situ produced water provides the protons needed for nitro to amine reduction.
Abstract
Density Functional Theory is used to unravel the mechanism of the nitrobenzene to aniline reduction, catalyzed by dioxomolybdenum (VI) dichloride. The use of pinacol as an oxoaccepting reagent and the production of only acetone and water as byproducts, signals a novel and environmentally friendly way to add value to the oxygen-rich biomass-derived polyols. The reaction proceeds through three consecutive cycles, each one responsible for one of the three reductive steps needed to yield aniline from nitrobenzene, with nitrosobenzene and hydroxylamine as intermediates. Each cycle regenerates the catalyst and releases one water and two acetone molecules. The mechanism involves singlet/triplet state crossings, a crucial feature in polyoxomolibdate catalyzed processes. The role of the Mo-coordinated water as the provider of the mysterious protons needed to reduce the nitro group, was revealed. The disclosure of this challenging mechanism and its rate limiting step can contribute to the design of more effective Mo(VI) catalysts.
06 Jan 15:26
by Arianna Quintavalla,
Davide Carboni,
Marco Lombardo
Lights and shadows in photocatalysis. This Review analyzes the sustainability of photoredox catalytic processes in the context of mass-based metrics, highlighting significant sustainability issues in photocatalysts synthesis and in catalytic protocols, primarily driven by energy demanding preparations and by solvent intensive work-up and purification steps. Waste generated during the preparation of a photocatalyst may severely affect the sustainability of a catalytic protocol, where solvents emerge as a pivotal key factor in waste generation. A careful analysis of the entire process, from catalyst preparation to work-up and purification stages of a catalytic protocol, is required to avoid overstated claims of greenness in photocatalysis. This approach will surely help in exploiting the full potential of photoredox catalysis in the development of environmentally friendly and sustainable chemical processes.
Abstract
In the past century, significant advancements in synthetic chemistry undeniably contributed to the wellness of mankind, from the development of new drugs to the design of materials for energy production and storage. However, this technological progress has also brought forth significant challenges, emphasizing the urgent need to rethink chemistry for more environmentally friendly approaches. In this Review a critical and comprehensive analysis of the sustainability in the preparation of commonly used photocatalysts is performed, by employing mass-based metrics. Additionally, a comparative evaluation is made between some selected photocatalytic protocols and traditional reactions not relying on light. The objective is to quantitatively evaluate claims of sustainability and greenness commonly associated with photocatalysis, by exploring the real impact of photocatalytic procedures on waste generation. This quantitative approach provides insights into the broader concept of sustainable processes, challenging assumptions and encouraging a more rigorous evaluation of green claims in catalysis. Furthermore, the toxicity of the involved species and the availability of the required chemical elements is commented on to provide a global perspective on the sustainability of the analyzed transformations. The results shed light on the true environmental footprint of photocatalysis and reveal that the notion of green chemistry can sometimes be overstated.
25 Aug 12:09
by Konstantinos A. Ouzounthanasis,
Stergios R. Rizos,
Alexandros E. Koumbis
Julia-Kocienski olefination has been lately often used in the preparation of trisubstituted alkenes which serve as precursors of natural products and their analogs as well of pharmaceutically interesting/biologically important compounds. Significant observations regarding the stereoselectivity of those reactions are described in this reviewing work covering comprehensively the period 2016–2022.
Abstract
Julia-Kocienski olefination, a coupling reaction between a carbonyl component and a sulfone partner, has emerged as a powerful synthetic tool in the preparation of several organic compounds. A number of interesting examples involving particularly the preparation of trisubstituted alkenes along with important observations regarding the stereoselectivity of those reactions have been recently reported. This reviewing work covers the literature for the period 2016–2022 and describes in a comprehensive way the progress and developments of Julia-Kocienski olefination application in the synthesis of trisubstituted alkenes which serve as precursors of natural products and their analogs as well of pharmaceutically interesting/biologically important compounds. Moreover, key methodology results dealing with the investigation of the optimum conditions and stereoselectivities and new modifications and approaches are discussed.
02 May 09:42
Green Chem., 2023, 25,4122-4128
DOI: 10.1039/D3GC00712J, Paper
Chun-Min Li, Xin-Xin Dong, Zhe Wang, Bo Zhang
A visible light-initiated manganese-catalyzed radical hydrosulfonylation of a wide range of structurally diverse alkenes using commercially available and relatively cheap sulfonyl chlorides as sulfonyl radical sources is described.
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23 Mar 06:31
Green Chem., 2023, 25,3137-3151
DOI: 10.1039/D3GC00080J, Paper
Open Access
Liang Ying Ee, Yong Kuok Tan, Jiapei Miao, Hui Ting Chu, Sam Fong Yau Li
Green and recyclable ternary deep eutectic solvent was developed to selectively extract lignin of high purity, desirable molecular weight and monomeric yield for applications in reinforcement materials and bio-oil was produced from biomass.
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23 Mar 06:29
Green Chem., 2023, 25,3896-3908
DOI: 10.1039/D2GC04678D, Paper
Anthony De Bruyne, Wouter Stuyck, Willem Deleu, Jarne Leinders, Carlos Marquez, Kwinten Janssens, Dimitrios Sakellariou, Ruben Ghillebert, Dirk E. De Vos
We report the production of biobased plasticizers for PVC starting from citric by a two-step process comprising dehydration-hydrogenation followed by a Fischer esterification.
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22 Mar 16:29
by Fang Cheng, Dongqiu Li, Jing Li, Yuhai Tang, Yong Wu, and Silong Xu
Organic Letters
DOI: 10.1021/acs.orglett.3c00229
22 Mar 07:00
by David C. Cabanero, Jennifer A. Nguyen, Catherine S. J. Cazin, Steven P. Nolan, and Tomislav Rovis
ACS Catalysis
DOI: 10.1021/acscatal.3c00473
22 Mar 06:53
by Xue-Ling Luo, Shan-Shan Li, Yu-Shi Jiang, Fu Liu, Shu-Hui Li, and Peng-Ju Xia
Organic Letters
DOI: 10.1021/acs.orglett.3c00437
22 Mar 06:34
by Bi-Xiao Li, Hiroshi Ishida, Chao Wang, and Masanobu Uchiyama
Organic Letters
DOI: 10.1021/acs.orglett.3c00503
22 Mar 06:32
by Jiabin Shen, Xiaoguang Yue, Jun Xu, and Wanmei Li
Organic Letters
DOI: 10.1021/acs.orglett.3c00647
22 Mar 06:30
by Jianjun Wang, Daguo Hu, Xiaofeng Sun, Huiying Hong, and Yian Shi
Organic Letters
DOI: 10.1021/acs.orglett.3c00189
22 Mar 06:30
by Scott T. Shreiber and Gary A. Molander
Organic Letters
DOI: 10.1021/acs.orglett.3c00447
22 Mar 06:30
by Shelley Minteer(Editor-in-Chief, ACS Au Journals), Jingguang Chen(Associate Editor, ACS Catalysis), Song Lin(Associate Editor, Organic Letters), Cathleen Crudden(Editor-in-Chief, ACS Catalysis), Stefanie Dehnen(Editor-in-Chief, Inorganic Chemistry), Prashant V. Kamat(Editor-in-Chief, ACS Energy Letters), Marisa Kozlowski(Editor-in-Chief, Organic Letters), Géraldine Masson(Deputy Editor, ACS Organic & Inorganic Au), and Scott J. Miller(Editor-in-Chief, The Journal of Organic Chemistry)
Organic Letters
DOI: 10.1021/acs.orglett.3c00686