Reaction mechanisms – Page 7
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Research
Cobalt could cut costs for pharma ingredients
Carboxylic acids and esters hydrogenated without the need for expensive precious metals
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Photoredox catalysis mechanisms seen in new light
Luminescence quenching and quantum yield measurements prove light/dark experiments don’t always get it right
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Fluorescent protein spectrum shunted by single hydrogen bond
Be aware – subtle changes can drastically influence the luminescent properties of biological chromophores
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Ultra-bright x-rays film molecular reaction
‘Molecular movie’ provides new insight into classic ring-opening reaction
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Photo-catalysts shine light on chemical bond making
Femtosecond laser pulse used to control the formation of magnesium dimers
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Copper click chemistry mechanism unravelled
Highly stable intermediates fundamental to favoured catalytic pathway
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Radical observation lights up combustion
First sight of hydroperoxyalkyl radical provides reaction kinetics data that will contribute to engine design
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Opinion
Death of a reagent
Fashion and progress combine to mean some reactions and reagents persist, while others fall by the wayside, says Derek Lowe
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Research
Carbon–carbon couplings go 3D
Reaction extends 2010 Nobel prize winning Suzuki coupling and can be used to modify natural products
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Feature
Organic pioneer
Christopher Ingold's insights into mechanism and reactivity established many of the principles of organic chemistry. John Ridd reveals more about his life and work
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Feature
Three share prize for metathesis work
The discoveries made by this year's Nobel laureates have had a great impact on new drug developments, polymeric materials and industrial syntheses. Karen Harries-Rees reports.