Catalytic asymmetric Friedel-Crafts alkylations
By: edited by Marco Bandini and Achille Umani-Ronchi ; with a foreword by George A. Olah
Publisher: Wiley-VCH
Published: 2009
Place of publication: Weinheim
Language: eng
Number of pages: 301
ISBN-13: 9783527323807; 9783527626984
Description: This first comprehensive overview of this important synthetic reaction covers the whole spectrum of this modern and rapidly developing field. Clearly structured, the book presents all the known synthetic approaches for the construction of aromatic compounds bearing benzylic stereocenters with a defined configuration. With its representative synthetic procedures, organocatalysis and industrial applications it combines a theoretical basis with practical examples, resulting in valuable advice for beginners and experts alike. The ultimate source for every synthetic chemist in academia and industry.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.