The aim is to develop an efficient method for synthesizing 2-oxetanes through a Giese addition process.
Developed a new protocol using visible light for the reaction.
Applied Giese addition to α-oxy radicals.
Synthesized a variety of alkyl and aryl 2-oxetanes.
Achieved product yields of up to 95%.
Demonstrated the effectiveness of visible light in this chemical synthesis.
Provided a versatile approach applicable to different substrates.
Abstract
A novel protocol for the synthesis of various alkyl and aryl 2-oxetanes leveraging a Giese addition to α-oxy radicals is disclosed, furnishing the desired products in up to 95% yield.