Total synthesis of natural products using photocycloaddition reactions of arenes
Zhipeng Zhang, Yingjun Zhou, Xiao‐Wei Liang
Abstract
The photocycloaddition reaction of benzene with alkenes has become a significant approach for organic chemists and thus has been frequently utilized as a key step in the total synthesis of natural products. In this mini-review, the recent developments in [4 + 2] and [2 + 2] photocycloaddition reactions will be emphasized in constructing core scaffolds of complex natural products. By combining them together, we aim to demonstrate the utility and reinstate the importance of this methodology.
Topics & Concepts
Total synthesisBenzeneChemistryOrganic chemistryNatural (archaeology)Key (lock)Benzene derivativesCombinatorial chemistryOrganic synthesisComputer scienceChemical synthesisCatalysisOperating systemBiologyIn vitroPaleontologyBiochemistryOxidative Organic Chemistry ReactionsAsymmetric Synthesis and CatalysisMarine Sponges and Natural Products