Alkene dialkylation by triple radical sorting. (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38350601/)

These scientists wanted to find a new way to combine different types of molecules to make new and important chemicals. They discovered a special method called bimolecular homolytic substitution catalysis that helps them do this.

In their study, the scientists were able to mix together two specific types of molecules (radicals) in a very precise way by using a special sorting mechanism. This allowed them to create a new bond between two carbon atoms. This is important because it helps make complex molecules that are used in medicines and other useful products.

By using this new method, the scientists were able to control the way these molecules reacted with each other, which is not easy to do with traditional methods. This discovery helps make the process faster and more efficient, making it easier for scientists to create new and important chemicals for various purposes.

Wang JZ., Lyon WL., MacMillan DWC. Alkene dialkylation by triple radical sorting. Nature. 2024 Apr;628(8006):104-109. doi: 10.1038/s41586-024-07165-x. Epub 2024 Feb 13.