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Direct Allylic Acylation via Cross-Coupling Involving Cooperative N‑Heterocyclic Carbene, Hydrogen Atom Transfer, and Photoredox Catalysis
We proposed a strategy that using carboxylic acids and readily available olefins as substrates for transformations involving N heterocyclic carbene catalysis, hydrogen atom transfer catalysis, and photoredox catalysis for the synthesis of β,γ-unsaturated ketones.
May 24, 2023
Bioinspired Soft Robots based on Organic Polymer-Crystal Hybrid Materials with Response to Temperature and Humidity
In this report, we highlight the synergistic enhancement in performance achieved through the integration of organic molecular crystals and polymers, resulting in a hybrid materials class with added hygroresponsive and thermally responsive functionalities.
Apr 22, 2023
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Fixing a Broken Culture
This post accompanies the Nature Reviews Chemistry comment piece ‘Planning a Family’ and is written by Prof. Dave Smith with the Women in Supramolecular Chemistry Network.
Oct 03, 2022
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