Efficient heterogeneous photocatalytic C–C coupling of halogenated arenes mediated by metal cocatalyst
Yaru Li, Yajiao Li, Caixia Hu, Xiaodong Wen, Hongwei Xiang, Yongwang Li, J. W. Niemantsverdriet, Ren Su
Abstract
A moderate adsorption of benzyl halogens and appropriate kinetics of reaction intermediates are the keys to achieve efficient C–C coupling on the Ni/gCN photocatalyst.
Topics & Concepts
PhotocatalysisMetalChemistryCoupling (piping)PhotochemistryMaterials scienceOrganic chemistryCatalysisMetallurgyRadical Photochemical ReactionsCatalytic C–H Functionalization MethodsSulfur-Based Synthesis Techniques