Abstract A simple and efficient procedure for the preparation of 5, 6-dihydropyrazolo [1, 5-c] quinazolines via CuCl-catalyzed tandem reaction of 5-(2-bromoaryl)-1H-pyrazoles with aldehydes and aqueous ammonia under nitrogen atmosphere has been developed. The usefulness of this novel methodology was showcased by its successful application in the preparation of a potential Eg5 inhibitor.
