A novel stereoselective synthesis of the macrocycle of haem d1 that establishes its absolute configuration as 2R,7R

Authors:
  • RMRichard L. Mackman
    Richard L. Mackman
  • CAChristopher J. Aucken
    Christopher J. Aucken
  • MBMarion Beckmann
    Marion Beckmann
  • MBMichael H. Block
    Michael H. Block
  • FLFinian J. Leeper
    Finian J. Leeper
  • ABAlan R. Battersby
    Alan R. Battersby
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Abstract
A novel route to isobacteriochlorins is developed that allows the stereoselective synthesis of the macrocycle of haem d1 and so establishes its absolute configuration 2R,7R.