A N-heterocyclic carbene gold hydroxide complex: a golden synthon.
The synthesis and complete characterisation of a well-defined N-heterocyclic carbene bearing gold hydroxide complex, [Au(OH)(IPr)], is reported. Its reaction chemistry appears rich and diverse.
Gaillard
Sylvain
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EaStCHEM School of Chemistry, University of St Andrews North Haugh, Purdie Building St Andrews, KY16 9ST, UK.
Slawin
Alexandra M Z
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Nolan
Steven P
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