DNA vs. mirror-image DNA: a universal approach to tune the absolute configuration in DNA-based asymmetric catalysis

Angew Chem Int Ed Engl. 2013 Oct 25;52(44):11546-9. doi: 10.1002/anie.201306232. Epub 2013 Sep 12.

Abstract

Mirror mirror on the wall: By taking advantage of the unique structural features of L-DNA, the first examples of left-helical enantioselective induction in the field of DNA-based asymmetric catalysis were realized. Most importantly, this approach is the only one that allows a reliable and predictable access to both enantiomers for any given reaction.

Keywords: Friedel-Crafts reaction; L-DNA; Michael addition; asymmetric catalysis; biohybrid catalyst.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Catalysis
  • DNA / chemistry*
  • DNA, Catalytic / chemistry*
  • Molecular Structure
  • Stereoisomerism

Substances

  • DNA, Catalytic
  • DNA