Edited by two of the leading researchers in the field, this book provides a deep, interdisciplinary insight into stoichiometric and catalytic reactions in this continuously expanding area. A plethora of top German scientists with an international reputation covers various aspects, from classical organic chemistry to process development, and from the theoretical background to biological methods using enzymes. Throughout the focus is on the development of new synthetic methods in asymmetric synthesis, the synthesis of natural and bioactive compounds and the latest developments in both chemical and biological methods of catalysis, as well as the investigation of special technical and biotechnical aspects.
Combining the important research topic of multiple bond-forming transformations with green chemistry, this book helps chemists identify recent sustainable stereoselective synthetic sequences. • Combines the important research topic of multiple bond-forming transformations with green chemistry and sustainable development • Offers a valuable resource for preparing compounds with multiple stereogenic centers, an important field for synthetic chemists • Organizes chapters by molecular structure of final products, making for a handbook-style resource • Discusses applications of the synthesis of natural products and of drug intermediates • Brings together otherwise-scattered information about a number of key, efficient chemical reactions