Cross-Coupling Strategies

Cross-coupling strategies are chemical methods used to join two different organic molecules, typically by forming a new carbon-carbon bond. These reactions often involve a metal catalyst (like palladium) that helps connect the molecules efficiently, even when they do not naturally combine. This approach is vital in creating complex molecules such as pharmaceuticals, plastics, and materials. Essentially, cross-coupling ensures precise assembly of molecular building blocks, enabling chemists to design and produce advanced compounds with desired properties more effectively and selectively.