Transition metal-catalyzed couplings of alkynes to 1,3-enynes: modern methods and synthetic applications

Chemical Society Reviews Pub Date: 2016-02-01 DOI: 10.1039/C5CS00892A

Abstract

The metal-catalyzed coupling of alkynes is a powerful method for the preparation of 1,3-enynes, compounds that are of broad interest in organic synthesis. Numerous strategies have been developed for the homo- and cross coupling of alkynes to enynes via transition metal catalysis. In such reactions, a major issue is the control of regio-, stereo-, and, where applicable, chemoselectivity. Herein, we highlight prominent methods for the selective synthesis of these valuable compounds. Further, we illustrate the utility of these processes through specific examples of their application in carbocycle, heterocycle, and natural product syntheses.

Graphical abstract: Transition metal-catalyzed couplings of alkynes to 1,3-enynes: modern methods and synthetic applications
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