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Asymmetric Counteranion‐Directed Catalysis: Concept, Definition, and Applications

2012; Wiley; Volume: 52; Issue: 2 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1002/anie.201205343

1521-3773

Manuel Mahlau, Benjamin List,

Cyclopropane Reaction Mechanisms

Abstract Recently, the use of enantiomerically pure counteranions for the induction of asymmetry in reactions proceeding through cationic intermediates has emerged as an exciting new concept, which has been termed asymmetric counteranion‐directed catalysis (ACDC). Despite its success, the concept has not been fully defined and systematically discussed to date. This Review closes this gap by providing a clear definition of ACDC and by examining both clear cases as well as more ambiguous examples to illustrate the differences and overlaps with other catalysis concepts.