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The research aims to explore a transition metal-free method for hydroamination of olefins using solvated electrons.

March 18, 2026Open Access

Solvated electron-driven hydroamination of olefins

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The research aims to explore a transition metal-free method for hydroamination of olefins using solvated electrons.
Utilized granulated lithium to generate solvated electrons
Employed sonication in 2-methyltetrahydrofuran (2-MeTHF) for electron generation
Conducted intermolecular hydroamination reactions
Successfully achieved hydroamination of olefins
Showed effectiveness without using traditional transition metal catalysts

Abstract

We report a transition metal-free method for the intermolecular hydroamination of olefins using solvated electrons, generated in situ from granulated lithium under sonication in 2-methyltetrahydrofuran (2-MeTHF).

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Anietie W. Williams

University of Connecticut

Kerry Gilmore

University of Connecticut

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Organic & Biomolecular Chemistry

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