Abstract
A mild, inexpensive, and general photocatalytic initiation protocol for anti-Markovnikov hydrothiolation of olefins using carbon nanomaterial/metal oxide (carbon NM-MO) composites is reported. Graphene oxide (GO), nanodiamonds (ND), and carbon nano-onions (CNO) displaying bismuth or tungsten oxide nanoparticles adhered to the surface and function as highly efficient photocatalysts for thiol–ene ligation under both UV and visible-light-mediated conditions. The straightforward catalyst preparation, excellent overall yields, ease of purification, and broad substrate scope render this a highly versatile method for bioconjugation.
Silvia Giordani
Full Professor Chair of Nanomaterials
My research interests are in the design, synthesis, and characterization of hybrid smart nanomaterials for biomedical, energy and environmental applications