PHOX-ligated nickel catalyst

Reverse regioselectivity

This catalytic system enables enantioselective arylalkylation of alkenes with regioselectivity opposite to the classical radical relay strategy, offering a new tool for modular synthesis of bioactive molecules.

Zhan, Dong · Changyu, Xu · Jianchao, Chang · Sitian, Zhou · Sun, Peipei · Li, Yuqiang · Chen, Liangan

ACS Catalysis 2024

Advantages

Effective for both terminal and internal alkenes

Exquisite control of regio-, chemo-, and stereoselectivity

Compatible with bioactive motifs

Mild reaction conditions