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Relevant academic research and scientific papers

Highly efficient copper-mediated atom-transfer radical addition (ATRA) in the presence of reducing agent

The synthesis, characterization and exceptional activity of Cu I(TPMA)Br [TPMA = tris(2-pyridylmethyl)amine] and [Cu II(TPMA)Br][Br] complexes in ATRA reactions of polybrominated compounds to alkenes in the presence of reducing agent

Spectroscopic Characterization and Mechanistic Studies on Visible Light Photoredox Carbon-Carbon Bond Formation by Bis(arylimino)acenaphthene Copper Photosensitizers

Currently, the most popular molecular photosensitizers used for synthetic organic chemistry and energy applications are still the noble-metal-based ruthenium and iridium complexes that usually require expensive metal and ligand precursors. In contrast, bi

Phosphine Evaluation on a New Series of Heteroleptic Copper(I) Photocatalysts with dpa Ligand [Cu(dpa)(P,P)]BF4

Five new heteroleptic copper(I) complexes (C1-5) of the type [Cu(dpa)(P,P)]BF4 based on dipyridylamine (dpa) as N,N ligand and commercial diphosphines as P,P ancillary ligands have been synthesised through a simple methodology with high yields. All complexes were thoroughly characterised by spectroscopic and spectrometric techniques, as well by theoretical calculations. These showed Metal to Ligand Charge Transfer (MLCT) absorptions in the 300–370 nm region, and emission in the 450–520 nm region with quantum yields and lifetimes that depend on the nature of the P,P ligand. The photocatalytic performance of copper(I) complexes C1-5 was evaluated for their use as photoredox catalysts in ATRA reactions, decarboxylative coupling and an Appel-type reaction. The use of readily available dpa as N,N ligand constitutes an attractive alternative to the well-established phenanthroline ligands typically used in photocatalysis.

Versatile Heteroleptic Cu(I) Complexes Based on Quino(xa)-line-Triazole Ligands: from Visible-Light Absorption and Cooperativity to Luminescence and Photoredox Catalysis

Four new heteroleptic Cu(I) complexes based on 1, 2, 3-triazolyl-quinoline or quinoxaline and a chelating diphosphine were prepared and fully characterised. The mononuclear derivatives absorb in the visible region, up to 600 nm, while the dinuclear complex has a long-tail absorption up to 800 nm, showing an additional electronic state corroborated by theoretical calculations. Although a methylene group between the triazole and the quino(xa)line moiety increases the bite angle and decreases the luminescence in solution, all complexes emit brightly in the solid-state. Their redox properties in the excited state were determined, proving their ability in serving as photoredox catalysts in atom transfer radical addition successfully.

Making Copper Photocatalysis Even More Robust and Economic: Photoredox Catalysis with [CuII(dmp)2Cl]Cl

The CuII complex [CuII(dmp)2Cl]Cl (dmp = 2,9-dimethyl-1,10-phenanthroline) is evaluated as an oxidation stable precursor for visible-light-mediated CuI-photoredox catalysis, being efficient and considerable more cost-effective compared to previously established copper(I) photocatalysts. Its performance and efficiency are demonstrated within a broad scope of atom transfer radical addition (ATRA) reactions, allowing the 1,2-difunctionalization of alkenes, as well as for decarboxylative coupling and an Appel reaction. Moreover, the utility of the complex is shown by various gram-scale functionalizations of styrene, thus suggesting [CuII(dmp)2Cl]Cl to be a low-priced alternative precatalyst for processes run on scale. Furthermore, this study provides UV/Vis evidence on the mechanism for the visible light activation of CuII complexes.

In Situ-Generated Halogen-Bonding Complex Enables Atom Transfer Radical Addition (ATRA) Reactions of Olefins

Although organic-based photocatalysts provide an inexpensive, environmentally friendly alternative, many are incapable of absorption within the visible wavelength range; this ultimately influences their effectiveness. Photocatalytic reactions usually proc

Design and application of diimine-based copper(i) complexes in photoredox catalysis

Structurally different bis(imino)copper(i) complexes were prepared in a highly modular manner and utilized as copper-based photocatalysts in the ATRA reactions of styrenes and alkyl halides. The new photocatalysts showed good catalytic activity and ensured efficient chemical transformations.

Efficient Pincer-Ruthenium Catalysts for Kharasch Addition of Carbon Tetrachloride to Styrene

A series of NNN pincer-ruthenium complexes (R2NNN)RuCl2(PPh3) (R=Cyclohexyl (Cy), t-butyl (tBu), i-propyl (iPr) and phenyl (Ph)) have been synthesized and characterized. These pincer-ruthenium complexes have been used to catalyse the Kharasch addition or atom transfer radical addition (ATRA) of carbon tetrachloride to styrene. Among the pincer-ruthenium catalysts screened for the Kharasch addition, the catalytic activity followed the order (Cy2NNN)RuCl2(PPh3)>(iPr2NNN)RuCl2(PPh3)?(Ph2NNN)RuCl2(PPh3). The oxidation of Ru(II) is easier with (Cy2NNN)RuCl2(PPh3) and (iPr2NNN)RuCl2(PPh3) in comparison with (Formula presented.) RuCl2(PPh3) as indicated by cyclic voltammetry studies. The catalyst precursor (R2NNN)RuCl2(PPh3) itself is the resting state of the reaction. The rate determining step involves the generation of the five-coordinate 16-electron ruthenium(II) species (R2NNN)RuCl2. Owing to weaker binding of triphenyl phosphine to ruthenium, the generation of catalytically active 16-electron species (Cy2NNN)RuCl2 and (iPr2NNN)RuCl2 are more favourable. The complex (Cy2NNN)RuCl2(PPh3) demonstrates very high productivity (5670 turnovers after 48 h at 140 °C) in the absence of any co-catalyst radical initiator. To the best of our knowledge, our turnovers (ca. 5670) are much higher than that reported hitherto. Quantum mechanical calculations demonstrate that the path involving the activation of carbon tetrachloride by (Cy2NNN)RuCl2 is more favoured than the path where carbon tetrachloride is activated by (Cy2NNN)RuCl2(η2-styrene). Density functional theory (DFT) and kinetic studies are in accord with the widely accepted mechanism involving the single electron transfer (SET) from ruthenium(II) to chloride radical with concomitant generation of a benzyl radical which is trapped by the resulting ruthenium(III) species. (Figure presented.).

Carboxylation of styrenes with CBr4 and DMSO via cooperative photoredox and cobalt catalysis

Cooperative photoredox and cobalt catalyzed carboxylation of styrenes with CBr4 to afford the corresponding α,β-unsaturated carboxylic acids has been realized through radical addition and Kornblum (DMSO) oxidation. DMSO serves as the oxidant, oxygen source and solvent under these photocatalytic conditions.

Characterization and photocatalytic behavior of 2,9-di(aryl)-1,10-phenanthroline copper(i) complexes

The synthesis, characterization, photophysical properties, theoretical calculations, and catalytic applications of 2,9-di(aryl)-1,10-phenanthroline copper(i) complexes are described. Specifically, this study made use of di(aryl)-1,10-phenanthroline ligands including 2,9-di(4-methoxyphenyl)-1,10-phenanthroline (1), 2,9-di(4-hydroxyphenyl)-1,10-phenanthroline (2), 2,9-di(4-methoxy-3-methylphenyl)-1,10-phenanthroline (3), and 2,9-di(4-hydroxy-3-methylphenyl)-1,10-phenanthroline (4). The 2:1 ligand-to-metal complexes, as PF6- salts, i.e., ([Cu·(1)2]PF6, [Cu·(2)2]PF6, [Cu·(3)2]PF6, and [Cu·(4)2]PF6) have been isolated and characterized. The structures of ligands 1 and 2 and complexes [Cu·(1)2]PF6 and [Cu·(3)2]PF6 have been determined by single-crystal X-ray analysis. The photoredox catalytic activity of these copper(i) complexes was investigated in an atom-transfer radical-addition (ATRA) reaction and the results showed fairly efficient activity, with a strong wavelength dependence. In order to better understand the observed catalytic activity, photophysical emission and absorption studies, and DFT calculations were also performed. It was determined that when the excitation wavelength was appropriate for exciting into the LUMO+1 or LUMO+2, catalysis would occur. On the contrary, excitations into the LUMO resulted in no observable catalysis. In light of these results, a mechanism for the ATRA photoredox catalytic cycle has been proposed.