Continuous flow photocatalysis enhanced using an aluminum mirror: rapid and selective synthesis of 2′-deoxy and 2′,3′-dideoxynucleosides†
Abstract
A unique photochemical flow reactor featuring quartz tubing, an aluminum mirror and temperature control has been developed for the photo-induced electron-transfer deoxygenation reaction to produce 2′-deoxy and 2′,3′-dideoxynucleosides. The continuous flow format significantly increased the efficiency and selectivity of the reaction.