bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Molecular Level Characterization of the Structure and Interactions in Peptide‐Functionalized Metal–Organic Frameworks
Authors: Todorova Tanya K. , Rozanska Xavier , Gervais Christel , Legrand Alexandre , Ho Linh N. , Berruyer Pierrick , Lesage Anne , Emsley Lyndon , Farrusseng David , Canivet Jérôme , Mellot‐Draznieks Caroline 
Published: October 2016

AbstractWe use density functional theory, newly parameterized molecular dynamics simulations, and last generation 15N dynamic nuclear polarization surface enhanced solid‐state NMR spectroscopy (DNP SENS) to understand graft–host interactions and effects imposed by the metal–organic framework (MOF) host on peptide conformations in a peptide‐functionalized MOF. Focusing on two grafts typified by MIL‐68‐proline (‐Pro) and MIL‐68‐glycine‐proline (‐Gly‐Pro), we identified the most likely peptide conformations adopted in the functionalized hybrid frameworks. We found that hydrogen bond interactions between the graft and the surface hydroxyl groups of the MOF are essential in determining the peptides conformation(s). DNP SENS methodology shows unprecedented signal enhancements when applied to these peptide‐functionalized MOFs. The calculated chemical shifts of selected MIL‐68‐NH‐Pro and MIL‐68‐NH‐Gly‐Pro conformations are in a good agreement with the experimentally obtained 15N NMR signals. The study shows that the conformations of peptides when grafted in a MOF host are unlikely to be freely distributed, and conformational selection is directed by strong host–guest interactions.
Formation of Long, Multicenter π‐[TCNE]22− Dimers in Solution: Solvation and Stability Assessed through Molecular Dynamics Simulations
Authors: Capdevila‐Cortada Marçal , Ribas‐Arino Jordi , Chaumont Alain , Wipff Georges , Novoa Juan J. 
Published: October 2016

AbstractPurely organic radical ions dimerize in solution at low temperature, forming long, multicenter bonds, despite the metastability of the isolated dimers. Here, we present the first computational study of these π‐dimers in solution, with explicit consideration of solvent molecules and finite temperature effects. By means of force‐field and ab initio molecular dynamics and free energy simulations, the structure and stability of π‐[TCNE]22− (TCNE=tetracyanoethylene) dimers in dichloromethane have been evaluated. Although the dimers dissociate at room temperature, they are stable at 175 K and their structure is similar to the one in the solid state, with a cofacial arrangement of the radicals at an interplanar separation of approximately 3.0 Å. The π‐[TCNE]22− dimers form dissociated ion pairs with the NBu4+ counterions, and their first solvation shell comprises approximately 20 CH2Cl2 molecules. Among them, the eight molecules distributed along the equatorial plane of the dimer play a key role in stabilizing the dimer through bridging C−H⋅⋅⋅N contacts. The calculated free energy of dimerization of TCNE.− in solution at 175 K is −5.5 kcal mol−1. These results provide the first quantitative model describing the pairing of radical ions in solution, and demonstrate the key role of solvation forces on the dimerization process.
Low‐Symmetry Ω‐Shaped Zinc Phthalocyanine Sensitizers with Panchromatic Light‐Harvesting Properties for Dye‐Sensitized Solar Cells
Authors: Yamamoto Satoshi , Zhang Angel , Stillman Martin J. , Kobayashi Nagao , Kimura Mutsumi 
Published: October 2016

AbstractTwo low‐symmetry phthalocyanines (Pcs) substituted with thiophene units at the non‐peripheral (α) and peripheral (β) positions were synthesized and their optical, electronic‐structure, and electrochemical properties were investigated. The substitution of thiophene units at the α positions of the phthalocyanine skeleton resulted in a red shift of the Q band and significantly modified the molecular‐orbital electronic distributions just below the HOMO and just above the LUMO, with distortion of the typical Gouterman four‐orbital arrangement of MOs. Two amphiphilic Ω‐shaped ZnPcs (αPcS1 and αPcS2) bearing a π‐conjugated side chain with an adsorption site at an α position of the Pc macrocycle were synthesized as sensitizers for dye‐sensitized solar cells (DSSCs). The absorption spectra of αPcS1 and αPcS2 showed red shifted Q bands and a broad band from 350 to 550 nm assignable to the intramolecular charge‐transfer transition from the ZnPc core to the side chains. Time‐dependent DFT calculations provided a clear interpretation of the effect of the thiophene conjugation on the typical phthalocyanine core π MOs. Compound αPcS1 was used as a light‐harvesting dye on a TiO2 electrode for a DSSC, which showed a panchromatic response in the range 400–800 nm with a power conversion efficiency of 5.5 % under one‐sun conditions.
Triterpenoid‐Based Self‐Healing Supramolecular Polymer Hydrogels Formed by Host–Guest Interactions
Authors: Li Ying , Li Jianzuo , Zhao Xia , Yan Qiang , Gao Yuxia , Hao Jie , Hu Jun , Ju Yong 
Published: October 2016

AbstractPentacyclic triterpenoids, a class of naturally bioactive products having multiple functional groups, unique chiral centers, rigid skeletons, and good biocompatibility, are ideal building blocks for fabricating versatile supramolecular structures. In this research, the natural pentacyclic triterpenoid glycyrrhetinic acid (GA) was used as a guest molecule for β‐cyclodextrin (β‐CD) to form a GA/β‐CD (1:1) inclusion complex. By means of GA and β‐CD pendant groups in N,N′‐dimethylacrylamide copolymers, a supramolecular polymer hydrogel can be physically cross‐linked by host–guest interactions between GA and β‐CD moieties. Moreover, self‐healing of this hydrogel was observed and confirmed by step‐strain rheological measurements, whereby the maximum storage modulus occurred at a [GA]/[β‐CD] molar ratio of 1:1. Additionally, these polymers displayed outstanding biocompatibility. The introduction of a natural pentacyclic triterpenoid into a hydrogel system not only provides a biocompatible guest–host complementary GA/β‐CD pair, but also makes this hydrogel an attractive candidate for tissue engineering.
Redox‐Neutral Aromatization of Cyclic Amines: Mechanistic Insights and Harnessing of Reactive Intermediates for Amine α‐ and β‐C−H Functionalization
Authors: Ma Longle , Paul Anirudra , Breugst Martin , Seidel Daniel 
Published: October 2016

AbstractCyclic amines such as pyrrolidine and piperidine are known to undergo condensations with aldehydes to furnish pyrrole and pyridine derivatives, respectively. A combined experimental and computational study provides detailed insights into the mechanism of pyrrole formation. A number of reactive intermediates (e.g., azomethine ylides, conjugated azomethine ylides, enamines) were intercepted, outlining strategies for circumventing aromatization as a valuable pathway for amine C−H functionalization.
Highly Air‐Stable Electron‐Transport Material for Ink‐Jet‐Printed OLEDs
Authors: Wei Changting , Zhuang Jinyong , Chen Yali , Zhang Dongyu , Su Wenming , Cui Zheng 
Published: October 2016

AbstractA novel cross‐linkable electron‐transport material has been designed and synthesized for use in the fabrication of solution‐processed OLEDs. The material exhibits a low LUMO level of −3.51 eV, a high electron mobility of 1.5×10−5 cm2 V−1 s−1, and excellent stability. An average 9.3 % shrinkage in film thickness was observed for the film after thermal curing. A maximum external quantum efficiency (EQE) of 15.6 % (35.0 cd A−1) was achieved for blue‐phosphorescent OLEDs by spin‐coating and 13.8 % (31.0 cd A−1) for an ink‐jet‐printed device, both of which are better than the EQE of a control device prepared by vacuum‐deposition (see figure).
Differential Solvation
Authors: Schreckenbach Georg 
Published: October 2016

AbstractSolvation effects influence reaction equilibria by preferentially stabilizing reactants or products (differential solvation). We propose using simple electrostatic concepts to qualitatively interpret and understand these effects, applying the Born and Kirkwood–Onsager equations. Scenarios include, for charged species, redox potentials, different total absolute charges between reactants and products, and size differences between reactants and products. In addition, for neutral species, they are differences in total dipole moment and size differences. These scenarios are illustrated with several examples from different areas of chemistry.
Influence of the Headgroup of Azolium‐Based Lipids on Their Biophysical Properties and Cytotoxicity
Authors: Rühling Andreas , Wang Da , Ernst Johannes B. , Wulff Stephanie , Honeker Roman , Richter Christian , Ferry Angélique , Galla Hans‐Joachim , Glorius Frank 
Published: October 2016

AbstractA series of (un‐)charged NHC derivatives bearing two pentadecyl chains in the backbone was studied in detail to find cooperative effects between the membrane and the NHC derivative. The tendency to show lipid‐like behavior is dependent on the properties of the NHC derivative headgroup, which can be modified on demand. The surface activity was investigated by film balance measurements, epifluorescence microscopy, and differential scanning calorimetry. Additionally the cytotoxicity was evaluated against different cell lines such as eukaryotic tumor cell lines. These novel lipid‐like NHC derivatives offer a broad spectrum for biological applications.
Nucleophilic Additions to Coordinated 1,10‐Phenanthroline: Intramolecular, Intermolecular, Reversible, and Irreversible
Authors: Arévalo Rebeca , Menéndez M. Isabel , López Ramón , Merino Isabel , Riera Lucía , Pérez Julio 
Published: October 2016

AbstractKN(SiMe3)2 reacts with [Re(CO)3(phen)(PMe3)]OTf via reversible addition to the phen ligand and irreversible deprotonation of the PMe3 ligand followed by intramolecular attack to phen by the deprotonated phosphane, whereas MeLi irreversibly adds to phen. The addition of MeLi has been shown to be intermolecular, unlike previously known nucleophilic additions to pyridines.
Cyclopenta[b]annulation of Heteroarenes by Organocatalytic γ′[C(sp3)−H] Functionalization of Ynones
Authors: Raghu Moluguri , Grover Jagdeep , Ramasastry S. S. V. 
Published: October 2016

AbstractA new approach for the cyclopenta[b]annulation of heteroarenes through metal‐free and directing‐group‐free γ′[C(sp3)−H] functionalization and intramolecular hydroalkylation of ynones has been developed. In an unprecedented event, nucleophilic addition of an organophosphine to the designed ynones triggers γ′[C(sp3)−H] functionalization, leading to the formation of heteroaryl‐based ortho‐quinodimethane (oQDM) intermediates that undergo carbocyclization to provide cyclopentannulated heteroarenes in good yields and excellent stereoselectivities. Deuterium‐labeling experiments substantiated the proposed reaction mechanism as well as the speculated epimerization.
Concomitant Carboxylate and Oxalate Formation From the Activation of CO2 by a Thorium(III) Complex
Authors: Formanuik Alasdair , Ortu Fabrizio , Inman Christopher J. , Kerridge Andrew , Castro Ludovic , Maron Laurent , Mills David P. 
Published: October 2016

AbstractImproving our comprehension of diverse CO2 activation pathways is of vital importance for the widespread future utilization of this abundant greenhouse gas. CO2 activation by uranium(III) complexes is now relatively well understood, with oxo/carbonate formation predominating as CO2 is readily reduced to CO, but isolated thorium(III) CO2 activation is unprecedented. We show that the thorium(III) complex, [Th(Cp′′)3] (1, Cp′′={C5H3(SiMe3)2‐1,3}), reacts with CO2 to give the mixed oxalate‐carboxylate thorium(IV) complex [{Th(Cp′′)2[κ2‐O2C{C5H3‐3,3′‐(SiMe3)2}]}2(μ‐κ2:κ2‐C2O4)] (3). The concomitant formation of oxalate and carboxylate is unique for CO2 activation, as in previous examples either reduction or insertion is favored to yield a single product. Therefore, thorium(III) CO2 activation can differ from better understood uranium(III) chemistry.
Water‐Soluble, Thermostable, Photomodulated Color‐Switching Quantum Dots
Authors: Díaz Sebastián A. , Gillanders Florencia , Susumu Kimihiro , Oh Eunkeu , Medintz Igor L. , Jovin Thomas M. 
Published: October 2016

AbstractPhotoswitchable probes are of great utility in fluorescence microscopy, permitting numerous determinations, including molecular localization for super‐resolution, based on their modifiable emission intensity and spectra. We have coated a blue‐emitting (425 nm) quantum dot (QD) with a diheteroarylethene photochrome (PCf), the closed form isomer of which has absorption and emission maxima at 440 and 520–530 nm, respectively, and thus functions as a fluorescent acceptor for the QD donor in Förster resonance energy transfer (FRET). The transition from the non‐absorbing, non‐fluorescent open state to the fluorescent closed state is achieved by irradiation in the near‐UV and reversed by visible light. The PCf is coupled to an amphiphilic polymer that stably coats the QD, thereby creating a water‐soluble color‐switching QD (csQD) emitting in the blue after visible light irradiation and in the green after UV irradiation. Thus, csQDs photomodulate between two observable states, without the “off” state of previous constructs. The resulting change in the emission ratios of the QD and PCf is up to 180 %, and the csQD can undergo multiple photocycles with minimal fatigue.
ChemInform Abstract: Na2Co3[Fe(CN)6]2: A Promising Cathode Material for Lithium‐Ion and Sodium‐Ion Batteries.
Authors: Yuan Yan , Wang Junxiang , Hu Zongqian , Lei Haiping , Tian Donghua , Jiao Shuqiang 
Published: October 2016

AbstractThe nanocrystalline Prussian blue analogue of title is fabricated by co‐precipitation from an aqueous Na4Fe(CN)6 solution to which a CoCl2 solution is added dropwise at 25 °C.
ChemInform Abstract: Controllable Assembly of Vanadium‐Containing Polyoxoniobate‐Based Three‐Dimensional Organic—Inorganic Hybrid Compounds and Their Photocatalytic Properties.
Authors: Hu Jufang , Wang Yin , Zhang Xinning , Chi Yingnan , Yang Song , Li Jikun , Hu Changwen 
Published: October 2016

AbstractControllable synthesis of the two vanadium‐containing polyoxoniobate‐based three‐dimensional hybrid compounds (IV) and (V) is achieved by simply changing the hydrothermal temperature or adding N‐(aminoethyl)piperazine as an additive.
ChemInform Abstract: Solution 31P NMR Study of the Acid‐Catalyzed Formation of a Highly Charged {U24Pp12} Nanocluster, [(UO2)24(O2)24 (P2O7)12]48‐, and Its Structural Characterization in the Solid State Using Single‐Crystal Neutron Diffraction.
Authors: Dembowski Mateusz , Olds Travis A. , Pellegrini Kristi L. , Hoffmann Christina , Wang Xiaoping , Hickam Sarah , He Junhong , Oliver Allen G. , Burns Peter C. 
Published: October 2016

AbstractCrystals of Na44K6 [(UO2)24(O2)24 (P2O7)12] [IO3]2·140H2O (triclinic space group P$\bar 1$, Z = 2) are obtained by evaporation of aqueous solutions containing UO2(NO3)2, H2O2, Na4P2O7, Et4NOH, and HIO3 (14 d, 19% yield).
ChemInform Abstract: Synthesis, Crystal Structure and Charge‐Distribution Validation of β‐Na4Cu(MoO4)3 Adopting the Alluadite Structure‐Type.
Authors: Dridi Wassim , Zid Mohamed Faouzi 
Published: October 2016

AbstractSingle crystals of the new β‐variety of Na4Cu(MoO4)3 are prepared by firing a 4:1:3 molar mixture of Na2CO3, Cu(OAc), and (NH4)6Mo7O24 in air (porcelain crucible, 873 K, 20 d; cooling to 823 K at a rate of 10 K/d).
ChemInform Abstract: YCu(TeO3)2(NO3) (H2O)3: A Novel Layered Tellurite.
Authors: Mills Stuart J. , Dunstan Maja A. , Christy Andrew G. 
Published: October 2016

AbstractDark blue prisms of the title tellurite are prepared by hydrothermal treatment of a 1:1:1 molar mixture of Y(NO3)3, Cu(NO3)2, and Te in H2O (autoclave, 473 K, 3 d).
ChemInform Abstract: Poly(hydroxamic acid) Functionalized Copper Catalyzed C—N Bond Formation Reactions.
Authors: Islam Md. Shaharul , Mandal Bablu Hira , Biswas Tapan Kumar , Rahman Md. Lutfor , Rashid S. S. , Tan Suat‐Hian , Sarkar Shaheen M. 
Published: October 2016

AbstractThe novel catalyst and its nanoparticle shape are utilized in click reactions and Michael addition reactions affording triazole derivatives and aliphatic amines, respectively.
ChemInform Abstract: Simple N‐Heterocyclic Carbenes as Ligands in Ullmann‐Type Ether and Thioether Formations.
Authors: Wu Jiang‐Ping , Saha Anjan K. , Haddad Nizar , Busacca Carl A. , Lorenz Jon C. , Lee Heewon , Senanayake Chris H. 
Published: October 2016

AbstractA simple N‐heterocyclic carbene derived from imidazolium salt [enim]BF4 is found to be an efficient ligand in a range of Cu‐catalyzed cross‐coupling reactions furnishing aromatic ethers and thioethers.
ChemInform Abstract: Rhodium‐Catalyzed [5 + 2] Cycloaddition of 3‐Acyloxy‐1,4‐enyne with Alkene or Allene.
Authors: Song Wangze , Lynch John C. , Shu Xing‐zhong , Tang Weiping 
Published: October 2016

AbstractTwo novel types of [5 + 2] cycloaddition of 3‐acyloxy‐1,4‐enyne with a tethered alkene or a tethered allene are developed.
ChemInform Abstract: The Cyclopropylimine Rearrangement/Povarov Reaction Cascade for the Assembly of Pyrrolo[3,2‐c]quinoline Derivatives.
Authors: Cai Jinhui , Li Feifei , Deng Guo‐Jun , Ji Xiaochen , Huang Huawen 
Published: October 2016

AbstractPyrrolo[3,2‐c]quinoline derivatives are prepared using anilines and cyclopropyl aldehyde as starting material.
ChemInform Abstract: Investigation of Meyer—Schuster Rearrangement Promoted by a Samarium(III) Triflate/N‐Fluorobenzenesulfonimide Lewis Acid System.
Authors: Du Chuan , Wang Xiaoyu , Jin Shengfei , Shi Hui , Li Yangming , Pang Yadong , Liu Yang , Cheng Maosheng , Guo Chun , Liu Yongxiang 
Published: October 2016

AbstractAn acceleration effect is observed when catalytic amounts of N‐fluorobenzenesulfonimide is added to a microwave promoted samarium triflate catalyzed Meyer—Schuster rearrangement of propargylic alcohols.
ChemInform Abstract: Reductive N‐Methylation of Amines with Calcium Hydride and Pd/C Catalyst.
Authors: Guyon Carole , Duclos Marie‐Christine , Metay Estelle , Lemaire Marc 
Published: October 2016

AbstractThe monomethylation of amines with paraformaldehyde in proportions close to the stoichiometry in the presence of CaH2 as source of hydrogen and palladium on carbon as catalyst, is studied.
ChemInform Abstract: Copper‐Catalyzed Double Decarboxylative Coupling Reactions of Alkynyl Carboxylic Acid and Glyoxylic Acid: Synthesis of Propargyl Amines and Imidazopyridines.
Authors: Lee Sunwoo , et al.  
Published: October 2016

AbstractThe title coupling reaction proceeds in the presence of secondary amines to form propargyl amines.
ChemInform Abstract: anti‐Selective Aminofluorination of Alkenes with Amidines Mediated by Hypervalent Iodine(III) Reagents.
Authors: Chen Hui , Kaga Atsushi , Chiba Shunsuke 
Published: October 2016

Abstract4‐Fluoroalkyl‐2‐imidazolines are synthesized by the anti‐selective aminofluorination of alkenes with amidines using hypervalent iodine(III) reagents.
ChemInform Abstract: Highly Stereoselective Cyclopropanation of Diazo Weinreb Amides Catalyzed by Chiral Ru(II)—Amm—Pheox Complexes.
Authors: Chanthamath Soda , Mandour Hamada S. A. , Tong Thu Minh Thi , Shibatomi Kazutaka , Iwasa Seiji 
Published: October 2016

AbstractThe first highly stereoselective cyclopropanation of diazo Weinreb amides with olefins using chiral Ru(II)—Pheox‐type catalysts is reported.
ChemInform Abstract: Amine‐Functionalized Metal‐Organic Frameworks: An Efficient and Recyclable Heterogeneous Catalyst for the Knoevenagel Condensation Reaction.
Authors: Taher Abu , Lee Dong‐Jin , Lee Byoung‐Ki , Lee Ik‐Mo 
Published: October 2016

AbstractThe novel efficient and reusable catalyst is applied for the Knoevenagel condensation of aldehydes and ketones with malononitrile or ethyl cyanoacetate.
ChemInform Abstract: Fluoroform‐Derived CuCF3 for Trifluoromethylation of Terminal and TMS‐Protected Alkynes.
Authors: He Lisi , Tsui Gavin Chit 
Published: October 2016

AbstractFluoroform derived air‐sensitive Cu(I)‐CF3 is oxidized to the much more electrophilic Cu(II)‐CF3 species upon treatment with air and the intermediate is directly employed for the trifluoromethylation process.
ChemInform Abstract: Cu(I)/Ag(I)‐Mediated Decarboxylative Trifluoromethylation of Arylpropiolic Acids with Me3SiCF3 at Room Temperature.
Authors: Yang Lingling , Jiang Linlin , Li Yaming , Fu Xinmei , Zhang Rong , Jin Kun , Duan Chunying 
Published: October 2016

AbstractThe method allows a direct approach to the target compounds and various functionalities are tolerated.
ChemInform Abstract: Synthesis of β‐Amino Alcohols Using the Tandem Reduction and Ring‐Opening Reaction of Nitroarenes and Epoxides.
Authors: Shi Chongyang , Ren Cheng , Zhang Erlei , Jin Huile , Yu Xiaochun , Wang Shun 
Published: October 2016

AbstractThe efficient procedure allows a mild access to various target compounds with a wide range of functionalities.
ChemInform Abstract: In(OTf)3/Acid Co‐Catalyzed Hydration of 1‐Haloalkynes to α‐Halomethyl Ketones.
Authors: Zeng Ming , Huang Rui‐Xue , Li Wen‐Yi , Liu Xiao‐Wen , He Fu‐Ling , Zhang Yi‐Yuan , Xiao Fang 
Published: October 2016

AbstractA series of α‐bromoketones bearing functionalized aliphatic and aromatic substituents is readily available from simple, inexpensive starting materials.
ChemInform Abstract: Green Organocatalytic α‐Hydroxylation of Ketones.
Authors: Voutyritsa Errika , Theodorou Alexis , Kokotos Christoforos G. 
Published: October 2016

AbstractProtected α‐hydroxy carbonyls or free α‐hydroxy ketones are prepared by an efficient and green method including the in situ conversion of various ketones into the corresponding silyl enol ethers and their oxidation to the corresponding α‐hydroxy ketones.
ChemInform Abstract: Studies of the Electronic Effects of Zinc Cluster Catalysts and Their Application to the Transesterification of β‐Keto Esters.
Authors: Agura Kazushi , Hayashi Yukiko , Wada Mari , Nakatake Daiki , Mashima Kazushi , Ohshima Takashi 
Published: October 2016

AbstractDiverse β‐keto methyl esters, including amido and phosphate containing ones, as well as diesters, such as Meldrum′s acid, are efficiently transesterified with various primary, secondary, and tertiary alcohols which may contain a broad range of functional groups.
ChemInform Abstract: Carbene‐Catalyzed Desymmetrization of 1,3‐Diols: Access to Optically Enriched Tertiary Alkyl Chlorides.
Authors: Li Bao‐Sheng , Wang Yuhuang , Proctor Rupert S. J. , Jin Zhichao , Chi Yonggui Robin 
Published: October 2016

AbstractThe reaction has a broad substrate scope and tolerates diverse functional groups.
ChemInform Abstract: Polynuclear Gold [AuI]4, [AuI]8, and Bimetallic [AuI4AgI] Complexes: C—H Functionalization of Carbonyl Compounds and Homogeneous Carbonylation of Amines.
Authors: Smirnova Ekaterina S. , Munoz Molina Jose M. , Johnson Alice , Bandeira Nuno A. G. , Bo Carles , Echavarren Antonio M. 
Published: October 2016

AbstractA novel bimetallic complex BAAC is prepared and successfully applied as catalyst for the carbonylation of amines (I), (IV), and (VI).
ChemInform Abstract: Symmetry in Cascade Chirality‐Transfer Processes: A Catalytic Atroposelective Direct Arylation Approach to BINOL Derivatives.
Authors: Wang Jin‐Zheng , Zhou Jin , Xu Chang , Sun Hongbin , Kuerti Laszlo , Xu Qing‐Long 
Published: October 2016

AbstractThe reaction can be scaled up.
ChemInform Abstract: Synthesis and Application of Tetrahydro‐2H‐fluorenes by a Pd(0)‐Catalyzed Benzylic C(sp3)—H Functionalization.
Authors: Suetsugu Satoshi , Muto Nobusuke , Horinouchi Misa , Tsukano Chihiro , Takemoto Yoshiji 
Published: October 2016

AbstractIt is important for the construction of the desired scaffold, building block of various types of natural products, that the o‐tolyl part of the substrates bears a second o‐substituent.
ChemInform Abstract: Persulfate‐Enabled Direct C—H Alkylation of Heteroarenes with Unactivated Ethers.
Authors: McCallum Terry , Jouanno Laurie‐Anne , Cannillo Alexandre , Barriault Louis 
Published: October 2016

AbstractA thermolytic potassium peroxodisulfate promoted oxidative C—H coupling of a range of N‐heterocycles with unactivated cyclic and non‐cyclic ethers is developed.