Transition-Metal Catalysts for C–H Bond Functionalization of Heteroarenes

Dear Colleagues,

C–C and C–X bond formation from direct C–H activation is now recognized as a powerful and straightforward strategy for the synthesis of complex molecules, and especially for late-stage functionalization. Many of these reactions allow a streamlined route to new functionalized heterocycle compounds. This Special Issue focuses on the site-selective C–H functionalization of heteroarenes for the formation of new bonds such as carbon–carbon and carbon–heteroatom (nitrogen, oxygen, sulfur, boron, fluorine, etc.). The late-stage functionalization applied to the synthesis of arrays of potential bioactive compounds is of great interest, as well as the synthesis of new organic materials. Communications, articles, and reviews dedicated to recent advances in this area are welcome. In addition, the enhancement of the reactions based on advances in technologies such as microwave and flow systems will be included.

Dr. Corinne Fruit
Guest Editor

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