10.1016/j.tetlet.2009.01.048
The research aims to develop a novel two-step synthetic process for the creation of [1,4]oxazepin-2-ones, a family of chemically and pharmacologically interesting compounds, starting from Baylis–Hillman (BH) adducts. The study successfully demonstrated that this operationally simple method, performed under ambient conditions, yields 81–93% of the target [1,4]oxazepin-2-ones, thereby opening up new synthetic utility for BH adducts. Key chemicals used in the process include BH adducts, a-amino esters, and various catalysts, with KOH proving to be the most effective catalyst. The research concludes that this approach not only provides an efficient method for synthesizing 1,4-oxazepines but also highlights the potential for extending this methodology to other amino acid-derived chiral heterocycles.