Abstract
In this critical overview of what kind of organic chemistry is currently performed by biotechnology, the examples of the production of high added value molecules for pharmaceutical industry, of biomaterials and their modification as well as of commodities are discussed. The major strengths as well as weaknesses of this kind of approach in comparison to current organic chemistry achievements are discussed. The prospects of future development and collaborative approach between pure organic synthesis and biotechnological transformations are also developed.
Keywords: Biocatalysis, biomaterial, biotransfomation, chirality, commodities, enantiomer, enzyme, monomer, polymer.
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Catalytic C-H bond activation as a tool for functionalization of heterocycles
The major topic is the functionalization of heterocycles through catalyzed C-H bond activation. The strategies based on C-H activation not only provide straightforward formation of C-C or C-X bonds but, more importantly, allow for the avoidance of pre-functionalization of one or two of the cross-coupling partners. The beneficial impact of ...read more
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