The synthesis of the tetracyclic core of complex antibiotic tetrapetalones has been achieved in three steps starting from the simple intermediate gamma-hydroxy amide, which can be accessed through a high-yielding six-step sequence. The successful synthesis relies on a novel strategy based on the N-acyliminium ion cyclization.
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