Synthesis of tris(β,β,γ-oximinoalkyl)amines from aliphatic nitro compounds and methyl vinyl ketone

- A method for the synthesis of tris(β,β,γ-oximinoalkyl)amines was developed.
- The strategy is based on aza-Michael reaction and oximinoalkylation of amines.
- A range of tris(β,β,γ-oximinoalkyl)amines ligands was synthesized.
- Ni(II) and Cu(II) complexes were prepared and structurally characterized.