A versatile synthesis of unsymmetrical 3,3'-bioxindoles: stereoselective Mukaiyama aldol reactions of 2-siloxyindoles with isatins

J Org Chem. 2008 Nov 21;73(22):9151-4. doi: 10.1021/jo801867w. Epub 2008 Oct 15.

Abstract

A new synthesis of 3,3'-bioxindoles is reported that is well suited for the preparation of unsymmetrical structures. In the key step, 3-hydroxy-3,3'-bioxindoles are constructed by Mukaiyama aldol reaction of 2-siloxyindoles with isatins. These tertiary carbinols are formed in high diastereoselectivities, with substitution at various positions of the isatin and the 2-siloxyindole being tolerated.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Aldehydes / chemistry*
  • Indoles / chemical synthesis*
  • Indoles / chemistry
  • Isatin / chemistry*
  • Ketones / chemistry*
  • Organosilicon Compounds / chemistry*
  • Stereoisomerism
  • Substrate Specificity

Substances

  • Aldehydes
  • Indoles
  • Ketones
  • Organosilicon Compounds
  • Isatin