Polyethylene Glycol as a Green and Biocompatible Reaction Media for the Catalyst Free Synthesis of Organic Compounds
Rezvan Kardooni, Ali Reza Kiasat
Abstract
Replacing harmful organic solvents that caused environmental pollution with an alternative medium for the development of ideal synthetic strategies is one of the primary focal points of green chemistry. Utilizing polyethylene glycol (PEG) as a nonvolatile solvent and promotor for the evaluation of safe processes has made a considerable contribution to the reduction of pollution problems. The current review summarizes the recent well-known catalyst-free organic reaction performed in polyethylene glycol as a green and biocompatible reaction medium.
Topics & Concepts
Polyethylene glycolChemistryCatalysisBiocompatible materialPolyethyleneOrganic synthesisPEG ratioOrganic chemistryGreen chemistryOrganic solventEnvironmental pollutionNanotechnologyChemical engineeringReaction mechanismMaterials scienceEconomicsFinanceEngineeringBiomedical engineeringEnvironmental protectionMedicineEnvironmental scienceChemical Synthesis and ReactionsMulticomponent Synthesis of HeterocyclesMicrowave-Assisted Synthesis and Applications