CRC 858 A10 - Imidazolin-2-ylidenaminophosphines as Cooperative Ligands for the Activation of Strong σ Bonds

Basic data for this project

Type of project: Subproject in DFG-joint project hosted at University of Münster

Duration at the University of Münster: 01/01/2018 - 31/12/2021 | 2nd Funding period

Description

Project A10 is concerned with the development of new modes of cooperative substrate activation using bifunctional and bimetallic catalysts that comprise imidazolin-2-ylidenaminophosphines (IAPs) as cooperative ligands. IAPs are remarkably strong donor ligands and their electron-releasing character exceeds that of alkylphosphines or N-heterocyclic carbenes. A further characteristic feature is the presence of basic imino-nitrogen atoms attached to the phosphorus atom. Therefore, metal complexes with IAP ligands provide a unique platform for the bifunctional or bimetallic activation of enthalpically strong σ bonds. The potential of IAPs as cooperative ligands in Cu-catalyzed (de)hydrogenation reactions and Ni/Pd-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions will be explored.

Keywords: Anorganische Molekülchemie; Synthese

Funding identifier: SFB 858/3

Funder / funding scheme:

DFG - Collaborative Research Centre (SFB)

Project management at the University of Münster

Dielmann, Fabian

Professorship of Inorganic Chemistry (Prof. Hahn)

Applicants from the University of Münster