Iridium-Catalyzed Dehydrogenative Reactions

The chapter delves into the maturity of iridium catalysis in organic synthesis, particularly focusing on dehydrogenative reactions. It begins with an introduction to the fundamental reactions catalyzed by iridium, such as oxidative addition and hydrogenation. The text then explores the development of iridium catalysts for dehydrogenative transformations, including the dehydrogenation of alkanes and cycloalkanes. Notably, it discusses the use of pincer ligands to enhance catalyst stability and activity. Additionally, the chapter covers iridium-catalyzed borylation of hydrocarbons, which has become a significant area of research due to the ease of handling and functional group compatibility of organoboronates. The chapter concludes by highlighting the potential of iridium catalysis in various dehydrogenative transformations, making it a valuable resource for researchers in the field of catalysis and organic synthesis.