Convenient preparation of trans-arylalkenes via palladium(II)-catalyzed isomerization of cis-arylalkenes.
A convenient method for the isomerization of cis-arylalkenes to their trans isomers using a palladium(II) catalyst is described. The reaction conditions are mild and general across a range of arylalkenes. The synthesis of a trans-resveratrol derivative from a mixture of alkene isomers was also completed.
Yu
Jinquan
J
University Chemical Laboratory, Lensfield Road, Cambridge CB2 1EW, UK.
Gaunt
Matthew J
MJ
Spencer
Jonathan B
JB