A highly efficient asymmetric Michael addition of anthrone to nitroalkenes with cinchona organocatalysts

A highly efficient asymmetric Michael addition of anthrone to nitroalkenes catalyzed by cinchona alkaloids was described. Up to 99% ee of the corresponding adduct was obtained.

A highly efficient asymmetric Michael addition of anthrone to nitroalkenes catalyzed by cinchona alkaloids was described. Up to 99% ee of the corresponding adduct was obtained.Figure optionsDownload as PowerPoint slide