Multi-bond forming processes in efficient synthesis

Nicholas J. Green, Michael S. Sherburn*

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    Abstract

    An increasing number of synthetic organic chemists are embracing the philosophy of efficiency. Herein we highlight multi-bond forming processes, which form two or more new covalent bonds in a single synthetic operation. Such processes, which have the ability to rapidly increase structural complexity, are preeminent in contemporary synthetic organic chemistry. In this short review we classify, analyse, and contrast contemporary multi-bond forming processes, frame these cutting edge contributions within a historical context, and speculate on likely future developments in the area.

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)267-283
    Number of pages17
    JournalAustralian Journal of Chemistry
    Volume66
    Issue number3
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 2013

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