A simple catalyst helps to assemble complex molecular frameworks of antifungal agents

(AKSON Russian Science Communication Association) A team of Russian chemists led by Professor Dmitry Perekalin from Nesmeyanov Institute of Organoelement Compounds have recently developed a new rhodium catalyst for organic synthesis. The active center of the catalyst, the rhodium atom, is 'wearing' an asymmetric 'hat,' that allows the catalyst to assemble the reacting molecules with full spatial control. The method is expected to help to synthesize new antifungal agents for agricultural industry.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news