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A microwave-assisted palladium-catalyzed domino protocol enables the efficient synthesis of polycyclic frameworks via a three-fold cascade cyclization of 2-(2-(phenylethynyl)phenyl)-1H-benzo[d]imidazoles and indoles. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.METHODOLOGICAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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This research aims to develop an efficient method for synthesizing polycyclic structures using a palladium-catalyzed domino process under microwave conditions.

May 16, 2026Chemical Communications1 citations

Microwave-Assisted Palladium-Catalyzed Threefold Domino Cyclization of 2-(2-(Phenylethynyl)phenyl)-1H-benzodimidazoles/indoles to Access Polycyclic Motifs

JNJakkula NaveenIndian Institute of Technology Hyderabad SGSatyanarayana GeduIndian Institute of Technology Hyderabad

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This research aims to develop an efficient method for synthesizing polycyclic structures using a palladium-catalyzed domino process under microwave conditions.
Utilized microwave irradiation to enhance reaction efficiency.
Employed a palladium catalyst for the domino cyclization process.
Conducted three-fold cascade transformations to construct the desired polycyclic motifs.
Demonstrated successful synthesis of polycyclic frameworks with high yields.
Achieved faster reaction times compared to traditional methods.
Established a functional protocol applicable for various substrates.

Abstract

Herein, we have established a palladium-catalyzed domino protocol for the synthesis of polycyclic frameworks under microwave irradiation. The transformation proceeds via a three-fold cascade, enabling the efficient construction of two...

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