Synlett 2011(12): 1649-1653  
DOI: 10.1055/s-0030-1260799
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NHC-NiH Reactions with Simple Olefins: Advances in Hydroalkenylation, Polymerization, and Ionic-Liquid Synthesis

Chun-Yu Ho*, Lisi He, Chun-Wa Chan
Center of Novel Functional Molecules, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, NT, Hong Kong SAR, P. R. of China
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Received 28 December 2010
Publication Date:
21 June 2011 (online)

Abstract

Various NHC-NiH species have been developed as ­hydroalkenylation and polymerization catalysts and for ionic-liquid synthesis. This article outlines their key features and connections and highlights the opportunities for using NHC-NiH species in the selective preparation of new geminal disubstituted olefins and how they complement traditional P-NiH technology.