Electrochemically Generated Carbocations in Organic Synthesis
Bill C. Hawkins, Justin M. Chalker, Michelle L. Coote, Alex C. Bissember
Abstract
This Minireview examines a selection of case studies that showcase distinctive and enabling electrochemical approaches that have allowed for the generation and reaction of carbocation intermediates under mild conditions. Particular emphasis is placed on the progress that has been made in this area of organic synthesis and polymer chemistry over the past decade.
Topics & Concepts
CarbocationElectrochemistryOrganic synthesisNanotechnologyChemistrySelection (genetic algorithm)Materials scienceOrganic chemistryComputer scienceElectrodePhysical chemistryCatalysisArtificial intelligenceElectrochemical Analysis and ApplicationsIonic liquids properties and applicationsCO2 Reduction Techniques and Catalysts