Synthesis and characterization of manganese(III) and high-valent manganese-oxo complexes and their roles in conversion of alkenes to cyclic carbonates

- Synthesis and characterization of a new manganese complex of amido-amine ligand.
- Manganese complex catalyzed an efficient alkene to cyclic carbonate conversion.
- Characterization of a high-valent manganese-oxo species.
- Role of high-valent manganese-oxo species in catalysis.