Advances in the catalytic, asymmetric synthesis of beta-lactams.
In this Account, we illustrate our contribution to the catalytic, asymmetric synthesis of beta-lactams through a flexible [2 + 2] cycloaddition strategy. We also explore the scope of our methodology and comment on future directions.
Department of Chemistry, New Chemistry Building, Johns Hopkins University, 3400 North Charles Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21218, USA.
Stefan
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France
Anthony
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Weatherwax
Andrew E
AE
Taggi
Thomas
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Lectka