Straightforward and Recyclable System for Synthesis of Biaryl Ketones via Carbonylative Coupling Reactions of Aryl Halides with PhB(OH)2 and (EtO)3 PhSi

A comprehensive review on carbonylation reactions: catalysis by magnetic nanoparticle-supported transition metals

Magnetic catalysts have become a crucial innovation in carbonylation reactions, providing a sustainable and highly efficient means of synthesizing compounds that contain carbonyl groups. This review article explores the diverse and significant role of magnetic catalysts in various carbonylation processes, emphasizing their essential contributions to improving reaction rates, selectivity, and recyclability of catalysts. The distinctive magnetic properties of these catalysts enable straightforward separation and recovery, a feature that significantly mitigates waste and reduces environmental impact. As a result, magnetic catalysts' environmental and economic advantages position them as key players in contemporary synthetic chemistry, driving the evolution of green chemistry practices. Particularly noteworthy is the combination of magnetic nanoparticles with transition metals, resulting in the development of robust catalytic systems that exploit the complementary effects of magnetism and catalysis. Recent advances have showcased the adaptability of magnetic nanoparticles supported by transition metal catalysts in various carbonylation reactions, including carbonylative coupling, alkoxy carbonylation, thio carbonylation, and amino carbonylation. This review meticulously examines the mechanistic aspects of how magnetic fields influenced catalytic performance between 2014 and the end of 2024.

A Journey from June 2018 to October 2021 with N,N-Dimethylformamide and N,N-Dimethylacetamide as Reactants

A rich array of reactions occur using N,N-dimethylformamide (DMF) or N,N-dimethylacetamide (DMAc) as reactants, these two amides being able to deliver their own H, C, N, and O atoms for the synthesis of a variety of compounds. This account highlights the literature published since June 2018, completing previous reviews by the author.