Chalcogen σ-hole interaction enabled radical reactions

Yan Zhang; Jin-Ru Chen; Xiang-Yu Chen; Qiang Liu (166143)

doi:10.1039/d6cc02381a

January 1, 2026Chemical Communications

Chalcogen σ-hole interaction enabled radical reactions

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This review aims to summarize the diverse applications of chalcogen bonding as an activation mode in radical reactions.
Comprehensive overview of chalcogen bonding mechanisms and applications in synthesis.
Analysis of various radical reactions facilitated by noncovalent interactions.
Discussion on the implications of σ-hole interactions in synthetic methodologies.
Chalcogen bonding acts as an effective activation mode, enhancing reaction rates.
Significant examples illustrate the versatility of radical approaches enabled by σ-hole interactions.
Potential implications for developing new synthetic strategies in chemistry.

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Review explores chalcogen bonding's role in activating radical reactions in synthetic chemistry, indicating its significance.

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Chalcogen bonding (ChB), an attractive noncovalent σ-hole interaction involving Group 16 elements, has recently emerged as a powerful activation mode in synthetic chemistry. This review provides a comprehensive overview of...

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