Synthesis of phenanthridine derivatives via photolysis

J Org Chem. 2011 Nov 4;76(21):9127-32. doi: 10.1021/jo201542x. Epub 2011 Oct 7.

Abstract

An improved photochemical method for producing the prolifically bioactive phenanthridine system is reported. A wide variety of derivatives were obtained in two steps in yields ranging from 31 to 95%.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Molecular Structure
  • Phenanthridines / chemical synthesis*
  • Photochemical Processes
  • Photochemistry / methods*
  • Photolysis

Substances

  • Phenanthridines