10.1016/j.tetlet.2004.11.009
The research presents a novel method for synthesizing 9-N-alkyl-8-arylsulfoxyl adenines and 9-N-alkyl-8-arylsulfonyl adenines. The process begins with a one-pot tandem reaction using Mitsunobu conditions to convert 8-arylsulfanyl adenines into iminophosphorane-protected 9-N-alkyl-8-arylsulfanyl adenines. Key chemicals involved in this initial step include triphenylphosphine (PPh3) and di-tert-butylazodicarboxylate (DBAD). Subsequently, the compounds undergo selective oxidation mediated by OXONE? and alumina, resulting in sulfoxides and sulfones. The oxidation step is crucial and is influenced by the stoichiometry of OXONE?, with excess OXONE? favoring sulfone formation. The final step involves deprotection of the amine using acetic acid (AcOH) and ethanol (EtOH) under reflux conditions to obtain the desired products. The research highlights the importance of protecting the C6 amino group with an iminophosphorane group to withstand strong oxidizing conditions and the necessity of carefully controlling reaction conditions to achieve the desired oxidation state on sulfur. The study provides a convenient method for producing an array of 8-arylsulfoxyl/sulfonyl adenine derivatives, which have potential applications in biological research and drug development.
10.1021/ol802299d
The research presents a novel catalytic sequence for the aerobic oxidation-ole?nation process using a single, inexpensive copper catalyst. The purpose of this study is to develop a more environmentally friendly and efficient one-pot method for converting alcohols into alkenes, which is a significant transformation in organic synthesis. The key chemicals used include copper chloride (CuCl), 1,10-phenanthroline as a ligand, di-tert-butyl azodicarboxylate (DBAB), trimethylsilyldiazomethane (TMSCHN2), triphenylphosphine, and various alcohols as substrates. The reaction conditions involve aerobic oxidation followed by ole?nation, with the copper catalyst facilitating both steps. The study concludes that this method is highly functional group compatible, works under nonbasic conditions, and can be applied to a wide range of primary and secondary alcohols, yielding alkenes in good to excellent yields without racemization of chiral substrates. The process is also compatible with various diazocarbonyl reagents, allowing for the synthesis of different types of alkenes. This work highlights a significant advancement in green chemistry by minimizing solvent and reagent usage and avoiding the isolation of sensitive intermediates.