Organic Chemistry Frontiers,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Dec. 5, 2024
A
TBADT-photocatalyzed
cascade
hydrogen
atom
transfer
procedure
was
established
for
the
synthesis
of
α-CF
3
-1,4-diketones
from
aldehydes
and
2-bromo-3,3,3-trifluoro-1-propenes.
ACS Catalysis,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(3), P. 1854 - 1941
Published: Jan. 17, 2025
Over
the
past
decade,
visible-light-mediated
energy-transfer
(EnT)
catalysis,
particularly
triplet–triplet
(TTEnT)
has
emerged
as
a
mild
and
environmentally
friendly
approach
for
diverse
organic
synthetic
transformations.
In
contrast
to
photoredox
which
typically
requires
sacrificial
electron
donors
or
acceptors
complete
catalytic
cycle,
EnT
photocatalysis
generally
proceeds
with
high
atom
economy
while
minimizing
generation
of
wasteful
byproducts.
Furthermore,
successful
catalysis
is
contingent
upon
precise
control
redox
potentials
both
photocatalysts
substrates,
strategies
are
primarily
influenced
by
triplet
energy
compatibility
between
these
entities.
Considering
growing
importance
photocatalysis,
well
hydrofunctionalization
difunctionalization
reactions
in
synthesis,
this
review
systematically
summarizes
significant
advancements
EnT-enabled
unsaturated
compounds
via
sigma-bond
homolysis
over
decade.
Special
emphasis
placed
on
elucidating
substrate
scopes
mechanistic
scenarios.
Additionally,
discusses
versatile
applications
methodologies
addresses
current
challenges
opportunities
within
evolving
research
field.
This
structured
into
six
main
categories
based
different
types
sigma-bonds
undergoing
homolysis.
These
include
transformations
mediated
1)
N–O
bond
oxime
esters
other
N,O-radical
precursors;
2)
N–S
N-sulfonyl
imines
N,S-radical
3)
chalcogen–chalcogen
disulfides
oxy/thio/selenosulfonates;
4)
C–S
tri/difluoromethylated
sulfinates,
acetylenic
triflones,
arylsulfonium
salts;
5)
C–X
(X
=
halogen)
halides;
6)
acceptors.
Through
providing
theoretical
backgrounds
along
comprehensive
overview
currently
employed
acceptors,
photosensitizers,
contemporary
EnT-induced
compounds,
aims
serve
an
invaluable
resource
future
innovations
rapidly
Organic Letters,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
26(37), P. 7949 - 7955
Published: Sept. 11, 2024
A
novel
electron
donor-acceptor
(EDA)
complex/copper
catalysis
model
has
been
proposed
for
the
construction
of
2,3-diarylpropionitriles
under
visible
light
conditions.
The
developed
protocol
proceeds
via
intermolecular
charge
transfer
between
photoactive
EDA
complex
dibutamine
(DBA),
aryl
thianthrenium
salts,
and
trimethylsilyl
cyanide
(TMSCN),
followed
by
a
copper
catalytic
cycle.
UV-vis
absorption
measurements
confirm
participation
complexes
as
reactive
intermediates.
This
three-component
process
smoothly
in
presence
pharmaceutically
relevant
core
structures
sensitive
functional
groups,
which
offers
possibility
precise
editing
drug
molecules
with
important
scaffolds.
Journal of the American Chemical Society,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
146(44), P. 30474 - 30482
Published: Oct. 28, 2024
Sigma
bond
cleavage
through
electronically
excited
states
allows
synthetically
useful
transformations
with
two
radical
species.
Direct
excitation
of
simple
aryl
halides
to
form
both
and
halogen
radicals
necessitates
UV-C
light,
so
undesired
side
reactions
are
often
observed
specific
equipment
is
required.
Moreover,
only
extended
π
systems
comparatively
low
triplet
energy
applicable
transfer
catalysis.
Here
we
show
the
conceptual
advantages
arylthianthrenium
salts
(ArTTs)
for
catalysis
high
efficiency
compared
conventional
(pseudo)halides
their
utility
in
arylation
ethylene.
The
fundamental
advance
enabled
by
ArTTs
that
may
originate
large
part
from
electronic
interplay
between
distinct
sulfur
atoms
tricyclic
thianthrene
scaffold,
which
not
accessible
either
or
other
sulfonium
salts.
Organic Letters,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 3, 2025
A
modular
protocol
that
achieved
the
efficient
synthesis
of
imidazo[2,1-b][1,3,4]thiadiazoles/selenadiazoles
via
using
easily
available
N-tosylhydrazones,
chalcone
derivatives,
and
KSCN/KSeCN
is
proposed.
The
method
overcomes
elongated
steps
prefunctionalized
synthons
previous
methods.
It
solves
problem
traditional
preparation
methods,
which
makes
it
difficult
to
synthesize
thickened
selenium-containing
heterocyclic
molecules,
further
expanding
number
members
in
its
family.
fluorescence
these
compounds
also
reveals
potential
values
scaffolds
we
synthesized.
Organic Letters,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 7, 2025
We
report
a
novel
photocatalyzed
selective
functionalization
of
terminal
olefins
for
the
synthesis
Z-olefins
and
cyclobutanes
under
mild
conditions
in
excellent
yields.
A
series
Z-cinnamic
acid
derivatives,
enamines,
amide-containing
were
efficiently
synthesized
using
this
method.
Mechanistic
studies
indicated
that
success
reaction
is
based
on
triple
radical
relay
strategy,
anion-π
interaction
aryl
halide
activation
generation,
palladium
controlling
chemoselectivity
radical,
photocatalyst
stereoselectivity
via
diradical
species,
respectively.
Luminescence,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
40(4)
Published: April 1, 2025
ABSTRACT
Fluorescence
quenching,
a
process
where
the
intensity
of
fluorescence
is
diminished
by
various
molecular
interactions,
has
emerged
as
critical
tool
in
drug
discovery.
This
review
delves
into
underlying
mechanisms
including
static
and
dynamic
Förster
resonance
energy
transfer
(FRET),
photoinduced
electron
(PET).
Each
mechanism
offers
unique
insights
binding
affinities,
conformational
changes
candidates,
enabling
researchers
to
dissect
complex
biological
systems
with
precision.
The
application
quenching
high‐throughput
screening
(HTS)
particularly
emphasized,
highlighting
its
role
identifying
lead
compounds
optimizing
drug–target
interactions.
Furthermore,
explores
integration
advanced
techniques,
such
time‐resolved
single‐molecule
spectroscopy,
elucidating
phenomena
at
level.
These
techniques
provide
deeper
understanding
drug–receptor
allosteric
modulation,
protein
dynamics,
which
are
pivotal
development
pipeline.
potential
probing
pharmacokinetics
pharmacodynamics
novel
therapeutics
also
discussed,
underscoring
versatility
effectiveness.
By
offering
comprehensive
analysis
their
applications,
this
aims
inform
future
discovery
endeavors,
fostering
more
effective
targeted
therapies.
Advanced Science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
12(2)
Published: Nov. 21, 2024
Abstract
Efficiently
assembling
amino
acids
and
peptides
with
bioactive
molecules
facilitates
the
modular
streamlined
synthesis
of
a
diverse
library
peptide‐related
compounds.
Particularly
notable
is
their
application
in
pharmaceutical
development,
leveraging
site‐selective
late‐stage
functionalization.
Here,
visible
light‐induced
three‐component
reaction
involving
arylthianthrenium
salts,
acid/peptide
derivatives,
alkenes
are
introduced.
This
approach
utilizes
captodatively‐stabilized
carbon
radicals
to
enable
radical‐radical
C─C
coupling,
effectively
constructing
complex
molecules.
method
offers
promising
alternative
route
for
peptide‐derived
bio‐relevant
compounds
Organic Letters,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
26(34), P. 7155 - 7160
Published: Aug. 21, 2024
Thiophosphates
serve
as
pivotal
reagents
within
the
realms
of
both
organic
and
inorganic
synthesis,
with
their
most
notable
applications
observed
in
agricultural
chemistry.
This
manuscript
delineates
a
modular
three-component
synthetic
strategy
for
site-selective
arene
C–H
thiophosphorylation
thianthrenium
salt,
1,4-diazabicyclo[2.2.2]octane-sulfur
dioxide
(DABSO),
diarylphosphine
oxides
substrates.
approach
facilitates
metal-free
green
synthesis
diverse
spectrum
S-aryl
phosphorothioates
through
functionalization
late-stage
modification
showcasing
practicality
broad
applicability.