Researchers at Okayama University and Osaka Metropolitan University developed a copper(II)-based photocatalytic system for anti-Markovnikov alkene hydration. achieving a long-standing challenge in organic synthesis.
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Light-activated copper(II) complexes achieve efficient anti-Markovnikov alkene hydration

Copper(II) Complex Catalyst type
Visible Light Activation Light source
Anti-Markovnikov Hydration Reaction type
Pharmaceuticals, Fine Chemicals Applications
Copper earth-abundant metal
Aliphatic & Aromatic broad substrate range