Organophosphorus Chemistry: A New Perspective, 2nd Edition

Dear Colleagues,

After the great success of the first edition, we are pleased to inform you that Molecules will launch the second edition of the Special Issue “Organophosphorus Chemistry: A New Perspective”.

https://www.mdpi.com/journal/molecules/special_issues/organophosphorus_chemistry_perspective.

Organophosphorus chemistry is undoubtedly important and one of the fastest-growing branches of organic chemistry. It is often said that we are now living in “the golden age of phosphorus chemistry”. In the laboratory, phosphorus-containing compounds (P-compounds) are widely used as reagents (starting materials, precursors of active intermediates, such as ylides or iminium-type cations, etc.), catalysts (PTC, organocatalysis), and solvents (PILs). Due to the interesting properties of P-compounds (especially their biological activity), they are used on a large scale in medicine (e.g., bone disorder drugs, anticancer and antiviral agents, or antihelminthics in veterinary applications), agriculture (e.g., pesticides), and industry (e.g., production of lubricants or plastic materials).

However, in the age of much-needed care for the natural environment, we face new challenges. Innovative approaches to the synthesis and isolation of P-compounds (taking into account the aspects of green chemistry and sustainability), followed by responsible use and disposal (neutralization), may prove crucial in the near future.

It is my great pleasure to invite experts in the field of organophosphorus chemistry to submit manuscripts in the form of short communications, full-length papers, and reviews to this Special Issue. I would like to extend a special invitation to young scientists to present their ideas and fresh approaches to the issues related to phosphorus chemistry.

Dr. Jakub Adamek
Guest Editor

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