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Asymmetric Si–O coupling of alcohols

Andreas Weickgenannt, Marius Mewald, Martin Oestreich

Organic & Biomolecular Chemistry · 2010 · 121 citations · 41 references

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Abstract

Stereoselective Si-O couplings are auspicious processes for the synthesis of both chiral alcohols and chiral silanes. Attractive facets of this theme are currently enjoying a renaissance, and the several significant contributions are summarised in this Emerging Area.

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