high reactivity for the given transformations, whereas low conversion was detected
when a PNP ligand was employed [79].
The group of Balaraman tested a series of aliphatic PNP-derived complexes for
the alkylation of esters and amides employing a HB procedure. Interestingly, when
Scheme 44 Alkylation and alkenylation of ketones via HB or ADC using Mn(I) catalysts
Scheme 45 α-Methylation of ketones catalyzed by Mn3
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when a PNP ligand was employed [79].
The group of Balaraman tested a series of aliphatic PNP-derived complexes for
the alkylation of esters and amides employing a HB procedure. Interestingly, when
Scheme 44 Alkylation and alkenylation of ketones via HB or ADC using Mn(I) catalysts
Scheme 45 α-Methylation of ketones catalyzed by Mn3
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