Cooperative activation of carbon–hydrogen bonds by heterobimetallic systems

Abstract

The activation of C–H bonds by heterobimetallic compounds is a rich area of research that has recently received increased attention. This perspective highlights recent advances and aims to guide the reader in this rapidly evolving field.

Photolysis-driven bond activation by thorium and uranium tetraosmate polyhydride complexes

“…This is particularly exciting, as heterobimetallic cooperative C–H activation is a field of growing interest, yet systems featuring An–TM cooperativity are rare. 68 …”

Bimetallic H2 Addition and Intramolecular Caryl–H Activation Mediated by an Iron–Zinc Hydride

“…The exploration of synergistic effects between iron and base metals for facilitating two-electron chemical transformations, such as the oxidative addition of nonpolar H–H and C–H bonds, is of particular interest. − As such, it could greatly expand the use of iron as a sustainable alternative to noble metals like Pd, Rh, and Ir in various important organic reactions . However, bimetallic Fe-M systems that achieve two-electron chemical processes are extremely rare. , Recently, Hadlington and co-workers reported an open-shell cationic iron(0)-stannylene complex, which can reversibly activate H 2 through oxidative addition .…”

Alkane Elimination Preparation of Heterobimetallic MoAl Tetranuclear and Binuclear Complexes Promoting THF Ring Opening

“…Aluminum-based heterobimetallic complexes are burgeoning as captivating entities in coordination chemistry [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15], presenting unique structures and reactivities. The distinct properties of aluminum, such as its hard Lewis acidity or its large palette of coordination modes, coupled with the diverse reactivity of transition metals, pave the way for innovative catalytic and synthetic applications [15][16][17][18][19][20].…”