Synthesis 2024; 56(01): 71-86
DOI: 10.1055/a-2044-4571
special topic
Advances in Skeletal Editing and Rearrangement Reactions

Dealkenylative Functionalizations: Conversion of Alkene C(sp3)–C(sp2) Bonds into C(sp3)–X Bonds via Redox-Based Radical Processes

Brady W. Dehnert
,
Jeremy H. Dworkin
,
Ohyun Kwon
We acknowledge the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for funding the ‘Dealkenylative Functionalization’ project (grants R01 GM141327 and R01 GM141327-02S1).


Abstract

This review highlights the history and recent advances in dealkenylative functionalization. Through this deconstructive strategy, radical functionalizations occur under mild, robust conditions. The reactions described proceed with high efficiency, good stereoselectivity, tolerate many functional groups, and are completed within a matter of minutes. By cleaving the C(sp3)–C(sp2) bond of terpenes and terpenoid-derived precursors, rapid diversification of natural products is possible.

1 Introduction

2 Mechanism

3 History

4 Motivation to Pursue Dealkenylation

5 Dealkenylation in the Present

6 Conclusion



Publication History

Received: 04 January 2023

Accepted after revision: 28 February 2023

Accepted Manuscript online:
28 February 2023

Article published online:
12 April 2023

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