Modular assembly of chiral biaryl phosphoramidite (BPA) libraries by nickel catalysis

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Authors: Xi Zhang, Jingyi Bai, Yue Zhao, Minyan Wang, Zhuangzhi Shi
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Abstract

approaches. Here, we present a highly significant late-stage functionalization strategy, which facilitates the modular assembly of biaryl phosphoramidite (BPA) libraries. Leveraging P(iii)-directed C-H activation by nickel catalysis, we have developed a versatile platform for facile modification of the chiral pocket within these BPAs, enabling rapid structural optimization and exploration of diverse chemical architectures. These formed ligand libraries have demonstrated exceptional performance across a spectrum of asymmetric palladium-catalysed reactions, underscoring their broad applicability and potential. Through a synergistic combination of experimental investigations and computational analyses, we have elucidated the underlying reaction mechanism with remarkable clarity. This research not only furnishes advanced synthetic tools for the preparation of phosphoramidite libraries but also sets a new benchmark for the design and synthesis of novel ligands using state-of-the-art synthetic methodologies.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Catalytic Cross-Coupling Reactions Catalytic C–H Functionalization Methods Axial and Atropisomeric Chirality Synthesis

Publication details

Journal / source
Chemical Science
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
17
Issue
24
Pages
11882–11891
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN