Synthesis of Isoquinolines and Related Heterocycles under Visible-Light Conditions

J Org Chem. 2023 Nov 17;88(22):15750-15760. doi: 10.1021/acs.joc.3c01782. Epub 2023 Oct 27.

Abstract

Visible-light catalysis is now widely acknowledged as a potent approach for efficiently constructing various types of frameworks, particularly bioactive compounds, with high yields. However, there is still a strong need for further advancements in these methods because certain delicate compounds cannot be synthesized due to structural sensitivity. In this context, a seamless reaction pathway toward 6-membered ring nitrogen-containing heterocycles is presented here, offering access to isoquinoline derivatives and related heterocycles.