Radical Acylation of [1.1.1]Propellane with Aldehydes: Synthesis of Bicyclo[1.1.1]pentane Ketones

Org Lett. 2022 Jun 17;24(23):4292-4297. doi: 10.1021/acs.orglett.2c01707. Epub 2022 Jun 6.

Abstract

Bicyclo[1.1.1]pentanes (BCPs) are widely utilized in drug design as sp3-rich bioisosteres for tert-butyl, internal alkynes, and aryl groups. A general and mild method for radical acylation of [1.1.1]propellane with aldehydes has been developed. The protocol provides straightforward access to bicyclo[1.1.1]pentane ketones with a broad substrate scope. The synthetic utility of this methodology is demonstrated by the late-stage modification of bioactive molecules and the versatile transformation of bicyclo[1.1.1]pentane ketones, making it useful for drug discovery.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Acylation
  • Aldehydes* / chemistry
  • Ketones* / chemistry
  • Pentanes

Substances

  • Aldehydes
  • Ketones
  • Pentanes
  • pentane