Synthesis of Cored Dendrimers with Internal Cross-Links

Abstract

Hydrolytic removal of the core unit and cross-linking of their wedges enables dendrimers to be “cored” (see schematic representation). By internalizing the alkenes, the ring-closing metathesis reaction will “stitch” the dendritic wedges together intramolecularly, even at dendrimer concentrations of 10−3 M. In contrast, peripheral alkenes react intermolecularly at this concentration. Supporting information for this article is available on the WWW under http://www.angewandte.com or from the author. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.