Substrate-Controlled Regioselective Arylations of 2-Indolylmethanols with Indoles: Synthesis of Bis(indolyl)methane and 3,3'-Bisindole Derivatives

J Org Chem. 2017 Mar 3;82(5):2462-2471. doi: 10.1021/acs.joc.6b02850. Epub 2017 Feb 13.

Abstract

A substrate-controlled regioselective arylation of 2-indolylmethanols with indoles has been established, which efficiently afforded bis(indolyl)methane and 3,3'-bisindole derivatives in high yields and with a broad substrate scope (up to 98% yield, 36 examples). This approach will not only provide an important strategy for the diversified synthesis of bis(indolyl)methane and 3,3'-bisindole derivatives but also serve as a good example for substrate-controlled regioselective reactions.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't