Operator function versions, synthesis

Another version operating under neutral conditions (Scheme 3) uses vinyl epoxides (7) as the source of the i73-allylpalladium complex 8. Here, the alkoxide is generated by opening of the epoxide simultaneously with the formation of the cationic complex. The final compound (9) possesses an alcohol functional group. This variant is very important in the synthesis of carbanucleosides. 

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