Benzofulvenes and their derivatives are useful molecular entities having applications
as biologically active molecules, polymer precursors, and optoelectronic devices.
We have developed a simple and mild synthetic method for the formulation of a variety
of these interesting compounds. Using carbonyl coupling techniques combined with microwave
heating, a wide variety of functionalized benzofulvenes can be accessed rapidly in
good yield. Furthermore, we have obtained five crystal structures further expanding
a limited number of benzofulvene structures available.
Key words
aromaticity - benzofulvenes - DBU - microwave - mild