Efficient methodology of silicon-pnictogen bond forming reactions
Abstract
Catalytic dehydrocoupling enables efficient main-group E–E bond formation, producing only hydrogen as a byproduct. While transition metal catalysts dominate, s-block metals offer a sustainable alternative. This study explores t-AmylOK, n-BuLi, and MeMgBr for Si–P and Ge–N coupling, though challenges arise from germanium’s low electrophilicity and competing P–P dehydrocoupling. Optimization efforts continue to overcome these limitations. Additionally, sblock catalysts are investigated for silane diamine copolymer synthesis. Expanding their scope in dehydrocoupling could provide greener synthetic routes and advance main-group chemistry.
Primary Faculty Mentor Name
Rory Waterman
Status
Graduate
Student College
College of Arts and Sciences
Program/Major
Chemistry
Primary Research Category
Physical Science
Efficient methodology of silicon-pnictogen bond forming reactions
Catalytic dehydrocoupling enables efficient main-group E–E bond formation, producing only hydrogen as a byproduct. While transition metal catalysts dominate, s-block metals offer a sustainable alternative. This study explores t-AmylOK, n-BuLi, and MeMgBr for Si–P and Ge–N coupling, though challenges arise from germanium’s low electrophilicity and competing P–P dehydrocoupling. Optimization efforts continue to overcome these limitations. Additionally, sblock catalysts are investigated for silane diamine copolymer synthesis. Expanding their scope in dehydrocoupling could provide greener synthetic routes and advance main-group chemistry.
