Strategic Use of Visible-Light Photoredox Catalysis in Natural Product Synthesis

Chem Rev. 2022 Jan 26;122(2):1717-1751. doi: 10.1021/acs.chemrev.1c00247. Epub 2021 Jul 7.

Abstract

Recent progress in the development of photocatalytic reactions promoted by visible light is leading to a renaissance in the use of photochemistry in the construction of structurally elaborate organic molecules. Because of the rich functionality found in natural products, studies in natural product total synthesis provide useful insights into functional group compatibility of these new photocatalytic methods as well as their impact on synthetic strategy. In this review, we examine total syntheses published through the end of 2020 that employ a visible-light photoredox catalytic step. To assist someone interested in employing the photocatalytic steps discussed, the review is organized largely by the nature of the bond formed in the photocatalytic step.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Biological Products* / chemistry
  • Catalysis
  • Light
  • Oxidation-Reduction
  • Photochemistry

Substances

  • Biological Products