[formula: see text] We have identified an unprecedented anionic condensation, fragmentation, and elimination sequence from the coupling of bicyclo[2.2.1]-heptenones with aldehydes. This reaction leads to the stereoselective formation of disubstituted five-membered rings which are present in a wide array of bioactive molecules.
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