Regiocontrolled hydrobromination of unactivated alkenes via direct and chain-walking pathways. [PDF]
Sci AdvKim M, Han S, Lee C, Hong S.
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Light‐Induced Reactions of Small‐Membered Cyclic Carbonyl Compounds
European Journal of Organic Chemistry, Volume 29, Issue 10, 9 March 2026.This review highlights recent advances in the synthesis and photochemical reactivity of cyclopropenone and cyclobutenedione. These compounds undergo photolysis upon direct excitation, and in some cases, through indirect excitation by photocatalysts. The resulting photogenerated species exhibit unique reactivity profiles that are strongly influenced by ...
Kenji Mishiro
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Biocatalytic Regioselective C‐Formylation of Resorcinol Derivatives
Angewandte Chemie, Volume 138, Issue 10, 2 March 2026.An acyltransferase from Chromobacterium sphagni (CsATase) was identified that catalyzes the regioselective formylation of resorcinol substrates. The formylation of substituted resorcinol derivatives yielded mono‐formylated products with up to 99% conversion and up to 74% isolated yield.
Lilla Gal +6 more
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Multi-step biocatalytic strategy to produce a library of original xylosides with various ester functions for cosmetic applications. [PDF]
RSC AdvJolly E +3 more
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Asymmetric Negishi and Kumada Couplings
Advanced Synthesis &Catalysis, Volume 368, Issue 5, 3 March 2026.This review summarizes asymmetric Negishi and Kumada cross‐coupling reactions from the 1980s through 2025. It examines enantioselective and enantiospecific transformations catalyzed by nickel, palladium, and cobalt complexes , highlighting ligand design, mechanistic insights, and applications in constructing complex chiral molecules and natural ...
Rui‐Heng Wang, Aishun Ding, Ramon Rios
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(Poly)Borylated Species as Modern Reactive Groups toward Unusual Synthetic Applications
Angewandte Chemie, Volume 138, Issue 10, 2 March 2026.In this review, we spotlight recent breakthroughs in α‐polyboron‐substituted carbon‐centered intermediates (carbanion, carbocation, radical, and carbene) and polyborylated alkenes. By bridging fundamental reactivity with the application potential of these extraordinary species, we hope this review will serve as a roadmap for harnessing these unique ...
Nadim Eghbarieh +5 more
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Origin of Substituent-Modulated Regioselectivity in Phosphine-Catalyzed [3 + 2] Cyclization of Allenoates and Enones: A Kinetic Shift toward Curtin-Hammett Control. [PDF]
J Org ChemHuang GT, Yu JK.
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Advanced Synthesis &Catalysis, Volume 368, Issue 5, 3 March 2026.A cobalt‐salen catalysed hydration of olefins with water is reported, resulting in Markovnikov alcohol products. The reaction proceeds rapidly under mild conditions and exhibits excellent functional group tolerance, supporting a wide range of styrenyl and non‐activated alkenes.
David G. Groves +3 more
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Ethane Chlorination Toward Vinyl Chloride Synthesis: Mechanistic and Catalytic Perspectives
Angewandte Chemie, Volume 138, Issue 10, 2 March 2026.Ethane chlorination is emerging as a promising low‐carbon route to vinyl chloride monomer, yet it remains academically underexplored due to the complexity of radical chemistry. As the first focused Minireview on this topic, it offers forward‐looking mechanistic analysis, unveils catalyst evolution pathways, and defines research priorities to accelerate
Xia Wu +6 more
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Mo-Catalyzed Asymmetric Allylic Alkylation Enabling the Construction of Highly Enantioenriched 1,4-Dicarbonyl Scaffolds. [PDF]
J Am Chem SocCerione CS, Moghadam FA, Stoltz BM.
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