A convergent synthesis of 4-substituted 1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinolin-1-ones

Rhodium(II)-Catalyzed Denitrogenative Annulation for the Synthesis of Substituted Tetrahydroisoquinolines

Tetrahydroisoquinoline (THIQ) derivatives stand out as a promising class of compounds due to their diverse range of biological activities, making them particularly valuable in drug discovery. To enhance their structural diversity, an Rh-catalyzed denitrogenative annulation method has been introduced for synthesizing these derivatives. An intriguing aspect of this method is the ability of the Brønsted acid to prevent further annulation while facilitating the production of the desired THIQ derivatives, achieving impressive yields of up to 86%. This synthetic approach was subsequently leveraged to create an analogue of cyclocelabenzine, a compound showing potential as an anti-inflammatory agent.

Alkylarylation of N-allylbenzamides and N-allylanilines with simple ethers for the direct construction of ether substituted dihydroisoquinolinones and indolines

A radical-initiated cascade addition and cyclization of N-allylbenzamides with simple ethers to construct ether-substituted dihydroisoquinolinones was performed in the presence of CuI. The cleavage of the sp³ C-H bond in ether and the sp² C-H bond in phenyl was involved in this reaction. Moreover, the arylalkylation of N-allylanilines was also realized under similar reaction conditions, providing ether-functionalized indolines in good to moderate yields.

Visible light driven metal-free intramolecular cyclization: a facile synthesis of 3-position substituted 3,4-dihydroisoquinolin-1(2H)-one

A visible-light metal-free photocatalytic synthesis of 3-position substituted 3,4-dihydroisoquinolin-1(2H)-one derivatives under mild conditions in moderate to good yields is described. EosinY Na, an organic dye, which is of low cost and has good availability, is used as the photocatalyst. A wide range of substrates are tolerated and the gram-scale reaction can also proceed smoothly. Mechanistic studies indicate that a plausible free radical process is proposed.

Direct synthesis of sulfonated dihydroisoquinolinones from N-allylbenzamide and arylsulfinic acids via TBHP-promoted cascade radical addition and cyclization

A novel tert-butyl hydroperoxide (TBHP)-promoted cascade radical addition and cyclization of N-allylbenzamides and arylsulfinic acids to sulfonated dihydroisoquinolinones was developed.

Synthesis of diverse 2,3-dihydroindoles, 1,2,3,4-tetrahydroquinolines, and benzo-fused azepines by formal radical cyclization onto aromatic rings

2,3-Dihydroindoles, 1,2,3,4-tetrahydroquinolines, and 2,3,4,5-tetrahydrobenzo[b]azepines are available by a process that represents formal radical cyclization onto aromatic rings. Optically pure benzo-fused heterocycles are also accessible by this method. p-Iodophenols, especially those with the phenolic oxygen protected as a MOM-ether, can be coupled with amino alcohols to produce N-aryl amino alcohols, which can be converted into the corresponding alkyl iodides in which the nitrogen is protected as a carbamate. These compounds give cross-conjugated ketones after removal of the phenolic protecting group and oxidation with PhI(OAc)(2) in the presence of MeOH. The ketones undergo 5-, 6- or 7-exo-trigonal radical cyclization, and then exposure to acid, or sequential treatment with a Grignard reagent and then acid, effects rearomatization to produce the benzo-fused nitrogen heterocycles.

Formation of Benzo-Fused Carbocycles by Formal Radical Cyclization onto an Aromatic Ring

An indirect method for effecting radical carbocyclization onto aromatic rings is described. Cross-conjugated dienones such as 13, readily prepared by Birch reduction of aromatic tert-butyl esters, in situ alkylation, and oxidation (10 --> 11 --> 12 --> 13), undergo radical cyclization; the products (14) are aromatized by silylation, Saegusa oxidation, and treatment with BiCl3.H2O. A noteworthy feature of this route is that it provides opportunities to attach an additional substituent to the original aromatic ring.

Powerful CarbonCarbon Bond Forming Reactions Based on a Novel Radical Exchange Process

Xanthates and related derivatives have proved to be extremely useful for both inter- and intramolecular radical additions. The broad applicability of the intermolecular addition to un-activated olefins opens tremendous opportunities for synthesis, since various functional groups can be brought together under mild conditions and complex structures can be rapidly assembled. The presence of the xanthate in the product is also a powerful asset for further modifications, by both radical and non-radical pathways. Of special importance is the access to highly substituted aromatic and heteroaromatic derivatives and the synthesis of block polymers through a controlled radical polymerisation mediated by various thiocarbonylthio group containing agents (RAFT and MADIX processes).

Oxidation of p-Aminophenols and Formal Radical Cyclization onto Benzene Rings: Formation of Benzo-Fused Nitrogen Heterocycles

p-Iodophenol and its O-MOM-protected ether can be converted into iodoamines 2. These give cross-conjugated ketones 3 on oxidation with hypervalent iodides in the presence of methanol, and the ketones undergo radical cyclization. Exposure of the products to acid or sequential treatment with a Grignard reagent and acid effects rearomatization to produce benzo-fused nitrogen heterocycles 4.

Efficient, "tin-free" radical cyclization to aromatic systems. synthesis of 5,6,8,9,10,11-hexahydroindolo[2,1-a]isoquinolines

Efficient radical cyclization of alkyl iodides to various aromatic systems including pyrrole, indole, isoquinolone, pyridone, and benzene, mediated by dicumyl peroxide, is described. The methodology was used to provide access to 5,6,8,9,10,11-hexahydroindolo[2,1-a]isoquinoline derivatives.

Formal radical cyclization onto benzene rings: a general method and its use in the synthesis of ent-nocardione A

An indirect method is described for effecting radical cyclization onto a benzene ring. Cross-conjugated dienones 6, which are readily prepared from phenols, undergo radical cyclization (6 --> 7 --> 8), and the products (8) are easily aromatized. The method has been applied to the synthesis of ent-nocardione A (21).

Efficient, intermolecular, oxidative radical alkylation of heteroaromatic systems under “tin-free” conditions

Novel and efficient radical alkylation of several heterocyclic systems including pyrroles, indoles, furan and thiophenes is described using xanthate based radical chemistry. The present methodology could be used to provide rapid access to various nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs.