Modular assembly of conformationally dynamic dinaphthocycloocta-1,5-dienes

Organic Chemistry Frontiers 2026 Open access

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Authors: Michel Große, Christopher M. Leonhardt, Hermann A. Wegner
DOI: 10.1039/d5qo01621e
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References: 36

Abstract

A Lewis acid-catalyzed inverse electron-demand Diels–Alder sequence enables the stepwise annulation of naphthalene units onto a cyclooctadiene scaffold, affording conformationally dynamic fused polycycles.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Organic Chemistry Cycloaddition Reactions Cyclization and Aryne Chemistry Synthesis and Properties of Aromatic Compounds

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Journal / source
Organic Chemistry Frontiers
Volume
13
Issue
5
Pages
1643–1649
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN