An exploration of the potential of [4+2] cycloadditions of α-pyrones with indenones for the synthesis of the norditerpenoid tropone, harringtonolide

Lewis N. Mander*, Timothy P. O'Sullivan

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    Abstract

    The Diels-Alder reactions of 5-methoxyindenones with various α-pyrones provide the basis for a new and more efficient approach to the synthesis of the unusual nor-diterpenoid tropone, harringtonolide.

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)1367-1369
    Number of pages3
    JournalSynlett
    Issue number9 SPEC. ISS.
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 2003

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