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Functionalization of Quinones by Green Methods

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Quinone motifs play a crucial role in a wide range of living organisms, including bacteria, fungi, higher plants, and some animals. They are also present in numerous natural pigments. This review summarizes recent advances in the direct functionalization of quinones using green methods. Green synthesis of quinones employs environmentally sustainable strategies such as solvent-free microwave-assisted techniques, photoredox catalysis, and electrochemical oxidation, etc. These approaches aim to minimize hazardous waste generation and energy consumption, offering a cleaner alternative to conventional synthetic methods.

Source: CHIMIA International Journal for Chemistry

DOI: 10.2533/chimia.2025.630

Authors: Sarban Kumar Yadav, Bhawana Nagar, Basab Bijayi Dhar

Institution: Shiv Nadar University

Language: English

Topic: Oxidative Organic Chemistry Reactions

Subfield: Organic Chemistry

Field: Chemistry

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: diamond

Funders: Department of Science and Technology, Ministry of Science and Technology, India, CSIR - Indian Institute of Chemical Biology, Science and Engineering Research Board

Awards: G4017455078, G5786767107