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Noncovalent Interactions in the Asymmetric Synthesis of Rigid, Conjugated Helical Structures

Journal Article · · Angew. Chem. Int. Ed.

Tetrakis({beta}-trithiophene) 1 folds into a helical conformation (RRR) that facilitates double ring annelation, with high diastereoselectivity and modest enantioselectivity, to provide bis[7]helicene 2 (MRM). This rigid, helically locked structure has enhanced chiroptical properties similar to the corresponding [15]helicene.

Research Organization:
Argonne National Laboratory (ANL)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
OSTI ID:
1005915
Journal Information:
Angew. Chem. Int. Ed., Journal Name: Angew. Chem. Int. Ed. Journal Issue: (32) ; 07, 2009 Vol. 48; ISSN 1433-7851
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
ENGLISH

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