Visible-light-induced acylation of active olefins by C-C bond cleavage/ Smiles rearrangement radical relay strategy via EDA complexes

Key Points

• The research aims to explore a new method for C-C bond activation using visible light to generate acyl radicals without expensive catalysts.
• Utilized electron donor-acceptor complexes under visible light to activate C-C bonds.
• Analyzed the resulting acyl radicals and their stability and reactivity.
• Compared to traditional noble metal photocatalyst methods.
• Successfully generated acyl radicals using the new EDA complex method.
• Demonstrated efficiency without the need for noble metals or elaborate dyes.
• The approach indicates a simpler path for generating reactive intermediates.