Issue 8, 2014

Visible-light radical reaction designed by Ru- and Ir-based photoredox catalysis

Abstract

Photoredox catalysis by well-known ruthenium(II) polypyridine complexes and the relevant Ir cyclometalated derivatives has become a powerful tool for redox reactions in synthetic organic chemistry, because they can effectively catalyze single-electron-transfer (SET) processes by irradiation with visible light. Remarkably, since 2008, this photocatalytic system has gained importance in radical reactions from the viewpoint of not only a useful and selective protocol but also green chemistry. In this review, we will describe recent developments of radical reactions involving various carbon-centered radicals through photoredox processes mediated by Ru- and Ir-based photocatalysts.

Graphical abstract: Visible-light radical reaction designed by Ru- and Ir-based photoredox catalysis

Article information

Article type
Review Article
Submitted
16 Apr 2014
Accepted
01 Jul 2014
First published
02 Jul 2014

Inorg. Chem. Front., 2014,1, 562-576

Author version available

Visible-light radical reaction designed by Ru- and Ir-based photoredox catalysis

T. Koike and M. Akita, Inorg. Chem. Front., 2014, 1, 562 DOI: 10.1039/C4QI00053F

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