1,2-Bisanionic coupling approach to 2,3-disubstituted cyclopentenols and cyclopentenones

[reaction: see text] We describe a new approach to 2,3-disubstituted cyclopentenols and cyclopentenones through two consecutive regioselective additions of equal or different electrophiles to a cyclopentene bisanionic synthon. Indeed, on exposure to BuLi, 3-bromo-2-iodocyclopent-2-enol O-TBS ether undergoes iodine-lithium permutation with complete regioselectivity. Successive reaction of the monolithium anion with different C(sp(2))- and C(sp(3))-electrophiles affords the corresponding 2-substituted-3-bromocyclopentenol derivative. Subsequent bromo-lithium exchange with t-BuLi, followed by reaction with an equal or different electrophile, affords the desired 2,3-disubstituted cyclopentenol.     

One-pot synthesis of enantiomerically enriched 2,3-disubstituted cyclopentanones via copper-catalyzed 1,4-reduction and alkylation

[reaction: see text]. Enantiomerically enriched 2,3-disubstituted cyclopentanones were prepared via copper-catalyzed 1,4-reduction of 3-substituted cyclopentenones followed by alkylation of the resulting silyl enol ether. Using this procedure, trans-2,3-disubstituted cyclopentanones were produced in moderate to good overall yields (42-67%) and with excellent enantiomeric and diastereomeric excesses. The reduction and alkylation were performed in a single reaction vessel.     

Synthesis of functionalized vinyl boronates via ruthenium-catalyzed olefin cross-metathesis and subsequent conversion to vinyl halides

Functionalized vinyl pinacol boronates suitable for Suzuki cross-coupling reactions are synthesized using ruthenium-catalyzed olefin cross-metathesis of 1-propenyl pinacol boronate and various alkenes, including functionalized and 1,1-disubstituted alkenes. The resultant boronate cross products are stereoselectively transformed into predominantly Z-vinyl bromides and E-vinyl iodides. The vinyl bromides may be synthesized in a two-step, one-pot synthesis from a variety of olefins, resulting in a Z-selective formal vinyl bromide cross-metathesis reaction.     

A new strategy for cyclopentenone synthesis

[reaction--see text] A new strategy for the synthesis of 2,3-disubstituted cyclopentenones emerges from two key reactions-the ruthenium-catalyzed three-component coupling of an equivalent of HBr, an alkyne, and a vinyl ketone and the Ni-Cr Barbier type reaction. As a result, these important structures are readily accessed from an alkyne and a vinyl ketone (which derive directly from carboxylic acids). Syntheses of tetrahydrodicranenone B and rosaprostol illustrate the new strategy.     

Head-to-head polymers. XV. A facile synthesis of 2,3-disubstituted succinates and butanediols-1,4

A synthetic approach that makes symmetrically 2,3-dialkyl-substituted succinates and compounds prepared from 2,3-dialkyl-substituted succinates easily available has been developed. Coupling of α-bromoalkanoic esters with a zinc/copper couple produced in about 40% yield 2,3-disubstituted succinates which were reduced with LiAlH₄ to 2,3-disubstituted butanediols-1,4 in nearly quantitative yields. Some 2,3-disubstituted butanediols-1,4 were cyclodehydrated under reduced pressure with KHSO₄ to 3,4-disubstituted tetrahydrofurans or acetylated and the diacetyl compounds pyrolyzed at 525°C to 2,3 disubstituted butadienes-1,3. The length of the alkyl chains of the 2,3-dialkylsuccinates and consequently the 2,3-dialkylbutanediols-1,4 ranged from C₂ to C₁₆. 2,3-Disubstituted butanediols-1,4, 2,3-disubstituted butadienes-1,3, and 3,4-disubstituted tetrahydrofurans are interesting monomers for polymerization experiments.     

Formation of vinyl halides via a ruthenium-catalyzed three-component coupling

The ruthenium-catalyzed three-component coupling of an alkyne, an enone, and halide ion to form E- or Z-vinyl halides has been investigated. Through systematic optimization experiments, the conditions effecting the olefin selectivity were examined. In general, more polar solvents such as DMF favored the formation of the E-isomer, and less polar solvents such as acetone favored formation of the Z-isomer. The optimized conditions for the formation of E-vinyl chlorides were found to be the use of cyclopentadienyl ruthenium (II) cyclooctadiene chloride, stannic chloride pentahydrate as a cocatalyst, and for a chloride source, either ammonium chloride in DMF/water mixtures or tetramethylammonium chloride in DMF. A range of several other ruthenium (II) catalysts was also shown to be effective. A wide variety of vinyl chlorides could be formed under these conditions. Substrates with tethered alcohols or ketones either five or six carbons from the alkyne portion gave instead diketone or cyclohexenone products. For formation of vinyl bromides, a catalyst system involving the use of cyclopentadienylruthenium (II) tris(acetonitrile) hexafluorophosphate with stannic bromide as a cocatalyst was found to be most effective. The use of ammonium bromide in DMF/acetone mixtures was optimal for the synthesis of E-vinyl bromides, and the use of lithium bromide in acetone was optimal for formation of the corresponding Z-isomer. Under either set of conditions, a wide range of vinyl bromides could be formed. When alkynes with propargylic substituents are used, enhanced selectivity for formation of the Z-isomer is observed. When aryl acetylenes are used as the coupling partners, complete selectivity for the Z-isomer is obtained. A mechanism involving a cis or trans halometalation is invoked to explain formation of the observed products. The vinyl halides have been shown to be precursors to alpha-hydroxy ketones and cyclopentenones, and as coupling partners in Suzuki-type reactions.     

A novel tandem [2 + 2] cycloaddition-Dieckmann condensation with ynolate anions. Efficient synthesis of substituted cycloalkenones and naphthalenes via formal [n + 1] cycloaddition.

A novel tandem [2 + 2] cycloaddition-Dieckmann condensation via ynolate anions is described. Ynolate anions are useful for the formation of reactive beta-lactone enolates via a pathway not involving the enolization of the corresponding beta-lactones. The [2 + 2] cycloaddition of ynolate anions with delta- or gamma-keto esters, followed by Dieckmann condensation, gives bicyclic beta-lactones, which are easily decarboxylated to produce synthetically useful 2,3-disubstituted cyclopentenones and cyclohexenones in one pot. This tandem reaction was applied to a novel, one-pot synthesis of highly substituted naphthalenes.     

Carbopalladation of nitriles: synthesis of benzocyclic ketones and cyclopentenones via Pd-catalyzed cyclization of omega-(2-iodoaryl)alkanenitriles and related compounds

An efficient procedure for the synthesis of 2,2-disubstituted benzocyclic ketones by intramolecular carbopalladation of nitriles has been developed. The cyclization of substituted 3-(2-iodoaryl)propanenitriles affords indanones in high yields. The reaction is compatible with a wide variety of functional groups. This methodology has been extended to the synthesis of tetralones and cyclopentenones.     

Facile synthesis of 2,3-disubstituted benzofurans via DBU-promoted intramolecular annulation of ortho oxyether aroylformates

A facile synthesis of 2,3-disubstituted benzofurans from ortho oxyether aroylformates has been developed. Under the mediation of DBU, the intramolecular annulation of ortho oxyether aroylformates proceeds smoothly to provide the corresponding 2,3-disubstituted benzofurans in moderate to good yields under mild conditions. Furthermore, a one-pot two-step synthesis of 2,3-disubstituted benzofurans has also been demonstrated from readily available ortho hydroxy aroylformates.     

Oxidation-initiated Nazarov cyclization of vinyl alkoxyallenes

A mild method for the diastereoselective formation of C(4), C(5)-disubstituted cyclopentenones has been developed, involving formation of a pentadienyl cation via diastereoselective oxidation of a vinyl alkoxyallene. Conrotatory electrocyclization provides the cyclopentenone product. The broad scope, mild conditions, and uncommon substitution pattern accessible through this transformation make it a useful addition to the existing repertoire of cyclopentenone synthetic methods.     

Synthesis of Substituted Methyl Pyridazine-4-carboxylates via Cycloaddition of Diazomethane to 2,3-Disubstituted 2-Cyclopropenecarboxylic Acids

A three-step procedure has been developed for the synthesis of 3,5-disubstituted methyl pyridazine-4-carboxylates from accessible 2,3-disubstituted 2-cyclopropenecarboxylates. In the first step, cyclopropene derivatives react with diazomethane to give adducts having 2,3-diazabicyclo[3.1.1]hex-2-ene structure. The regio- and stereoselectivity of the cycloaddition has been determined. The second step is isomerization of the bicyclic adducts into 1,4-dihydropyridazine derivatives by the action of sodium methoxide. Finally, oxidation with potassium permanganate yields the target pyridazine-4-carboxylates.     

Asymmetric synthesis of 1,2,3-trisubstituted cyclopentanes and cyclohexanes as key components of substance p antagonists

An efficient asymmetric synthesis of 1,2,3-trisubstituted cyclopentanes and cyclohexanes is described. Three methods were developed for the preparation of the 2,3-disubstituted cyclopentenones and cyclohexenones, which are key achiral building blocks. These intermediates are reduced catalytically with (R)-2-methyloxazaborolidine in high yield (82-98%) and excellent ee (89-96%). Directed reduction of the chiral allylic alcohols using Red-Al gives exclusively the 1,2-anti stereochemistry (>99:1). Epimerization of the ester center followed by saponification/crystallization affords the desired hydroxyacids in good yield (65-70%) and in high enantiomeric excess (>99%).     

Electrochemical utilization of methanol and methanol-d4 as a C1 source to access（deuterated） 2,3-dihydroquinazolin-4（1H）-one

Herein, an electrocatalytic protocol for the synthesis of 2,3-dihydroquinazolin-4(1H)-one has been disclosed. Methanol is activated and utilized as the C1 source to cyclize with 2-aminobenzamides.This cyclization reaction proceeds conveniently(room temperature and air atmosphere) without any homogeneous metal catalysts, external oxidants, or bases. A wide variety of N,N-disubstituted 2,3-dihydroquinazolin-4(1H)-ones are obtained via this approach. Moreover, when methanol-d4is used, a deuterated ...     

Photolysis of some quinoxaline-1,4-dioxides

The photochemical rearrangement of 2,3-disubstituted quinoxaline-1,4-dioxides to 1,3-disubstituted benzimidazolones has been examined. Evidence against the previously reported mechanism is offered, and an alternative mechanism suggested. The scope of the reaction is increased to include new types. Furthermore, a new mode of rearrangement is recognized.     

The Pauson-Khand reaction as a new entry to the synthesis of bridged bicyclic heterocycles: application to the enantioselective total synthesis of (−)-alstonerine

The first application of the Pauson-Khand reaction (PKR) to the synthesis of azabridged bicyclic structures is described. Compounds containing azabicyclo[3.3.1]nonane and azabicyclo[3.2.1]octane rings fused to cyclopentenones were efficiently constructed via the PKR of cis-2,6-disubstituted N-acyl piperidine enyne substrates, many of which can be readily prepared from 4-methoxypyridine in a few steps. Moreover, the PKR of cis-2,6-disubstituted piperazine enynes allowed the preparation of diazabicyclo[3.3.1]nonanes fused to cyclopentenones. This new strategy for the synthesis of azabridged bicyclic frameworks was exploited as a key step in a concise, enantioselective total synthesis of the macroline alkaloid (−)-alstonerine.     

Thieno[3,4-b]pyrazines: synthesis,structure, and reactivity

A general synthetic route has been developed for the efficient preparation of 2,3-disubstituted thieno[3,4-b]pyrazines. These methods eliminate problems in the preparation of the precursor 3,4-diaminothiophene and utilize alpha-diones prepared through the reaction of the appropriate organocuprates with oxalyl chloride. This combination allows the convenient preparation of thieno[3,4-b]pyrazine and its 2,3-disubstituted analogues (where substituent = methyl, hexyl, octyl, decyl, dodecyl, and phenyl) in high yield. Characterization of the structure and reactivity of this class of compounds is also described, including the results of structural, electrochemical, and pK(a) studies.     

One-pot asymmetric synthesis of 2- and 2,3-disubstituted tetrahydrofuran derivatives

A novel and convenient one-pot asymmetric synthesis of 2- and 2,3-disubstituted tetrahydrofurans has been achieved in 56-81% yields and 86-99% ee from aliphatic and aromatic aldehydes via an allyl/crotyl/alkoxyallylboration-hydroboration-iodination-cyclization reaction sequence.     

Carbolithiation of ene-carbamates. Application to the synthesis of 2,3-disubstituted ene-carbamates

A simple and efficient protocol for the synthesis of 2,3-disubstituted seven-membered ring ene-carbamates has been developed, based on the first reported carbolithiation of ene-carbamates.     

An understanding of the electrophilic/nucleophilic behavior of electro-deficient 2,3-disubstituted 1,3-butadienes in polar diels-alder reactions. A density functional theory study

The electrophilic/nucleophilic behavior of dimethyl 2,3-dimethylenesuccinate 1, an electron-deficient 2,3-disubstituted 1,3-butadiene, in polar Diels-Alder reactions has been studied using DFT methods at the B3LYP/6-31G(d) level of theory. The electronic nature of bonding of the transition structures involved in the cycloaddition reactions of the diene 1 toward the nucleophilically activated dienophile 6 and the strong electrophilically activated dienophile 7 has been carefully examined within the natural bond orbital (NBO) and the topological analysis of the electron localization function (ELF) frameworks. Additionally, a study of the global electrophilicity pattern of the reagents at the ground state was performed. This evidence allows us to rationalize the participation of electron-deficient 2-susbtituted and 2,3-disubstituted 1,3-butadienes as nucleophiles in polar Diels-Alder reactions.     

A strategy for the synthesis of 2,3-disubstituted indoles starting from N-(o-halophenyl)allenamides

A strategy for the synthesis of 2,3-disubstituted indole derivatives based on an intramolecular carbopalladation-anion capture cascade has been developed, wherein construction of the pyrrole ring and functionalisation of the indole C2 and C3 positions were achieved by extensive use of palladium(0)-catalysed coupling reactions.