A novel, stereoselective and convergent synthesis of aryltetralins

Chem Commun (Camb). 2004 Oct 21:(20):2292-3. doi: 10.1039/b409528f. Epub 2004 Sep 1.

Abstract

A novel one-pot, two-component condensation reaction between readily available allylsiloxanes and electron-rich aldehydes generates aryltetralins with complete control of stereochemistry.