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The goal is to develop an efficient method for the direct functionalization of inert B-H bonds in carboranes.

January 25, 2026

Direct B-H Activation of Carborane Clusters via Synergistic LMCT and HAT Photocatalysis.

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This research demonstrates a new method for B-H functionalization in carboranes, implying broader applications in material science.

The goal is to develop an efficient method for the direct functionalization of inert B-H bonds in carboranes.
Utilized iron(III) chloride in a photoinduced catalytic process
Merged ligand-to-metal charge transfer (LMCT) with hydrogen atom transfer (HAT)
Conducted mechanistic studies to support findings
Facilitated diverse B-H derivatizations including alkylation and thiolation
Demonstrated scalability and ease of product modification
Confirmed the formation of radicals supporting the LMCT/HAT mechanism

Ren et al. (2026) studied this question.

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