Palladium-catalyzed beta-allylation of 2,3-disubstituted indoles

Org Lett. 2008 Jun 19;10(12):2381-4. doi: 10.1021/ol8006277. Epub 2008 May 21.

Abstract

Given the prevalence of the indole nucleus in biologically active compounds, the direct C3-functionalization of 2,3-disubstituted indoles represents an important problem. Described is a general, high-yielding method for the palladium-catalyzed beta-allylation of carba- and heterocycle fused indoles, including complex natural product substrates.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Allyl Compounds / chemistry
  • Carbazoles / chemistry
  • Carbolines / chemistry
  • Catalysis
  • Combinatorial Chemistry Techniques
  • Indoles / chemical synthesis*
  • Indoles / chemistry*
  • Molecular Structure
  • Palladium / chemistry*
  • Stereoisomerism

Substances

  • Allyl Compounds
  • Carbazoles
  • Carbolines
  • Indoles
  • Palladium