Oppenauer
Oppenauer refers to a process and a family of chemical reactions named after the German chemist Hans Oppenauer (1888–1968). The Oppenauer oxidation is a method used in organic chemistry to oxidize secondary alcohols to ketones using aluminum alkoxide catalysts and ketones as hydrogen acceptors. This reaction is particularly useful in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, including steroids and terpenes.
The Oppenauer oxidation typically involves treating a secondary alcohol with aluminum tert-butoxide (Al(O*t*Bu)3) in the presence
The Oppenauer oxidation is notable for its mild conditions and selectivity, making it a valuable tool in
Hans Oppenauer was a prominent figure in organic chemistry, contributing significantly to the development of catalytic
While the Oppenauer oxidation is widely applied, it has some limitations, such as the requirement for specific