Abstract

An intriguing effect of electronegative 2,6-substituents on the stereochemical outcome of (S) -proline-catalyzed aldol reactions between benzaldehyde derivatives and acetone is reported. Remarkably high enantioselectivities can be achieved with such substrates.

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