Publication Date:
2011-01-22
Description:
We have developed a two-step sequence for preparing a series of macrocyclic oxa- and thiacrown ethers affixed to a thiophene/furan oligomer. The sequence involves the intramolecular Mn III -promoted cyclization of linear diester precursors into 2,3-dihydrofurans, whose dehydrogenation furnishes the title compounds. A preliminary NMR study has shown that one of them seems to specifically chelate Pb 2+ cations.
Print ISSN:
0018-019X
Electronic ISSN:
1522-2675
Topics:
Chemistry and Pharmacology
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