We report a phosphine-mediated intramolecular aldol cyclization of unsaturated diketones that proceeds with extremely high levels of regioselectivity for the cross-conjugated bicyclic dienone products. The sense of regioselectivity observed in this reaction is complementary to that obtained using traditional aldol conditions. Experimental evidence that supports the involvement of a phosphine Michael adduct is described.
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