Rh(III)-catalyzed oxidative coupling of unactivated alkenes via C-H activation

Org Lett. 2011 Feb 4;13(3):540-2. doi: 10.1021/ol102890k. Epub 2010 Dec 22.

Abstract

Oxime directed aromatic C-H bond activation and oxidative coupling to alkenes is reported using a cationic Rh(III) catalyst. Significantly, the method can be used to oxidatively couple unactivated, aliphatic alkenes.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Alkenes / chemistry*
  • Catalysis
  • Combinatorial Chemistry Techniques
  • Molecular Structure
  • Oxidative Coupling
  • Rhodium / chemistry*

Substances

  • Alkenes
  • Rhodium