1,2-Silylpyridylation Reaction of Aryl Alkenes with Silylboronate

Org Lett. 2022 Aug 12;24(31):5698-5703. doi: 10.1021/acs.orglett.2c02074. Epub 2022 Jul 29.

Abstract

A metal-free silyl-pyridylation of alkenes using silyl boronates and B2pin2 through a pyridine-mediated B-interelement activation has been demonstrated, which provides a practical strategy for a variety of C4-silylalkylated pyridines. DFT calculations and control experiments show that the reaction proceeds through a silyl radical addition/radical-radical coupling sequence. This protocol features a broad substrate scope and excellent functional group compatibility, and thus it showcases great potential in the late-stage modification of bioactive molecules.