Electrochemically driven stereoselective approach to <i>syn</i> -1,2-diol derivatives from vinylarenes and DMF
Da Sol Chung, Steve Park, Sang‐gi Lee, Hyunwoo Kim
Abstract
An electrochemical method that provides an operationally simple synthesis of masked <italic>syn</italic> -1,2-diols from styrenes and DMF has reported. The TFA ion is engaged in the formation of a key intermediate, which gives rise predominantly to <italic>syn</italic> -selectivity.
Topics & Concepts
StereoselectivityDiolChemistryCombinatorial chemistryStereochemistryOrganic chemistryCatalysisRadical Photochemical ReactionsOxidative Organic Chemistry ReactionsSulfur-Based Synthesis Techniques