Metathesis of heteroatom-substituted olefins and alkynes: Current scope and limitations

The use of vinyl- or alkynyl derivatives of the type CC–X or CC–X (where X is an heteroatom) as substrates for metathesis increases further this reaction’s versatility. Selected examples illustrating recent progress in this area of research are presented. Current scope and future potential developments are discussed.

Graphical abstractThe use of vinyl- or alkynyl derivatives of the type CC–X or CC–X (where X is an heteroatom) as substrates for metathesis increases further this reaction’s versatility. Selected examples illustrating recent progress in this area of research are presented. Current scope and future potential developments are discussed.Figure optionsDownload full-size imageDownload as PowerPoint slide