Dual H-bond activation of NHC–Au(I)–Cl complexes with amide functionalized side-arms assisted by H-bond donor substrates or acid additives

Otto Seppänen, Santeri Aikonen, Mikko Muuronen, Carla Alamillo-ferrer, Jordi Burés, Juho Helaja

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Abstract

Novel approach with amide-tethered H-bond donor NHC ligands enabled Au(I)-catalysis via H-bonding. The plain NHC–Au(I)–Cl complex catalysed conversions of terminal N-propynamides to oxazolines, and enyne cycloisomerization with an acid additive, in DCM at RT. DFT calculations enlightened the function of the side-arm in the activation.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)14697-14700
JournalChemical Communications
Volume56
Issue number93
Early online date3 Nov 2020
DOIs
Publication statusE-pub ahead of print - 3 Nov 2020

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  • JB EPSRC NIA Nov18

    Bures, J. (PI)

    1/10/1830/09/20

    Project: Research

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