Non-equilibrium preparation of ( E )-phosphinimine (HPNH, X 1 A′) – a precursor to prebiotic phosphorylating agents

Chemical Science 2026 Open access

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Authors: Jia Wang, Bing‐Jian Sun, Alexandre Bergantini, Zesen Wang, Mason McAnally, Joshua H. Marks, Agnes H. H. Chang, André K. Eckhardt, Ralf I. Kaiser
DOI: 10.1039/d6sc01818a
Cited by: 1
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Abstract

non-equilibrium chemistry through nitrogen- and phosphorus-centered radicals in interstellar environments preceding the formation of stars and planets thus affording useful insights into the interstellar phosphorus-nitrogen chemistry essential for the origin of prebiotic molecules.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Origins and Evolution of Life Organophosphorus compounds synthesis Biochemical and Molecular Research

Publication details

Journal / source
Chemical Science
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
17
Issue
19
Pages
9446–9453
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN