Radicals in Synthesis II: Complex Molecules (Topics in Current Chemistry) (Topics in Current Chemistry)

From the reviews: "The use of organic free radicals in organic synthesis has matured to become a diverse and sophisticated endeavor. this volume of __Topics in Current Chemistry__ is the successor to __Radicals in Synthesis I__ and addresses the application of radical methodologies toward the efficient assembly of complex molecules. Many of these processes highlight the exquistie chemoselective, regioselective, and diastereoselective reactions achievable by employing free-radical intermediates, often under conditions that are experimentally mild and environmentally benign." "Thus this book is a very valuable resource for those wishing to update their knowledge with a compendium of work by leading practitioners in the field." "In summary, this diverse collection of topics gives a sampling of the very sophisticated and powerful methodologies utilized in the construction of complex organic small molecules using radical intermediates. Consistently, the focus is on the newest advances in the field, highlighting very recent works while providing references to valuable reviews of previous work. In a few of the early chapters, the specifics are hard to follow in instances where details are discussed but no structures are provided. However this failing only occurs in a few cases; most of the work is clearly illustrated. This Collection of thoughtfully written chapters serves to highlight the impressive efficiency and selectivity of free-radical chemistry as a powerful and rapidly developing field." from: R. Braslau, University of California, J.Am.Chem.Vol.128, No.40, 2006 "The second volume (Complex Molecules) focuses on the use of radicals in synthetic applications. ... The chapters, written by leading experts, provide state-of-the-art reviews of exciting and pertinent topics of current research in radical chemistry. ... is a masterly attempt at setting radicals in synthesis in context. Any researcher involved in the field should have ready access to it. ... deserve to be widely read and debated." (Current Engineering Practice, 2007) Tandem Radical Reactions....Pages 1-62 Cp 2 TiCl in Natural Product Synthesis....Pages 63-91 Radical Chemistry on Solid Support....Pages 93-134 Modification of Amino Acids, Peptides, and Carbohydrates through Radical Chemistry....Pages 135-162 Unusual Radical Cyclisations....Pages 163-200 The Degenerative Radical Transfer of Xanthates and Related Derivatives: An Unusually Powerful Tool for the Creation of Carbon–Carbon Bonds....Pages 201-236 This Book Presents Critical Reviews Of The Present Position And Future Trends In Modern Chemical Research. It Provides Short And Concise Reports On Chemistry, Each Written By The World Renowned Experts. The Information Remains Valid And Useful After 5 Or 10 Years. More Information, As Well As The Electronic Version Of The Whole Content, Is Available At: Springerlink.com. V. 1. Methods And Mechanisms -- V. 2. Complex Molecules. Editor, Andreas Gansäuer ; With Contributions By M. Albert ... [et Al.]. Includes Bibliographical References And Indexes.