Tetrahedron

A concise synthesis of novel naphtho [a] carbazoles and benzo [c] carbazoles

…, JM Nhlapo, S Govender, JP Michael, WAL van Otterlo…

Index: Pathak, Rakhi; Nhlapo, Johanna M.; Govender, Sameshnee; Michael, Joseph P.; Van Otterlo, Willem A. L.; De Koning, Charles B. Tetrahedron, 2006 , vol. 62, # 12 p. 2820 - 2830

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Abstract

Starting from simple indole precursors the synthesis of naphtho [a] carbazoles and benzo [c] carbazoles is described. Key steps include the use of the Suzuki–Miyaura reaction to afford 2-or 3-aryl substituted indoles, as well as a potassium t-butoxide and light assisted aromatic ring-forming reaction.