Microwave assisted synthesis of bridgehead alkenes.

ABSTRACT: A new, concise method to synthesize triene precursors for the type 2 intramolecular Diels-Alder reaction has been developed. Microwave irradiation of the trienes provides a convenient method for the synthesis of bridgehead alkenes. Higher yields, shorter reaction times, and lower reaction temperatures provide a general and efficient route to this interesting class of molecules.

SUBMITTER: Cleary L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3064725 | biostudies-literature | 2011 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature