Experimental and theoretical studies on nickel–zinc-catalyzed cross-coupling of gem-dibromoalkenes with P(O)–H compounds†
Abstract
A new stereoselective one-pot protocol for the preparation of E-alkenyl-phosphorus compounds under catalysis of an inexpensive nickel–zinc catalyst system has been developed, which provides a potential useful method for C–P bond formation. 31P NMR spectrum and density functional theory calculations were performed to study the reaction mechanism.