Arolla Bhavani

Cobalt-Catalyzed Hydrosilylative Deoxygenation of Carboxylic Acids and Esters

Selective hydrodeoxygenation of benzylic acids and esters to methyl-substituted aromatics enables direct synthesis of fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and renewable hydrocarbons. Traditional methods rely on stoichiometric hydrides, multistep sequences, or harsh conditions with poor selectivity. Herein, we report a mi...