Main description:

Written by a well-respected and experienced author, this textbook fills the gap for a concise introduction to the key concepts of organic stereochemistry and the most important classical and modern methods in stereoselective synthesis. The concepts are extensively illustrated in color, with practical examples and question-answer sets to help consolidate the reader's knowledge. In addition, animations are available from the Wiley website. A must-have for students in chemistry, biochemistry, and life sciences, as well as researchers in pharmaceutical and agrochemical companies in need of a quick introduction to the field.

Contents:

BASIC PRINCIPLES AT THE MOLECULAR LEVEL 1.) Structure and Properties 2.) Concepts of Stereochemistry PROPERTIES AT THE LEVEL OF MOLECULAR SETS 3.) Time Scales, Conformational Changes 4.) Tautomerism 5.) Absolute Configuration 6.) Enantiomeric Composition GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF SELECTIVE REACTIONS 7.) Main Types of Selectivities 8.) Classification of Selectivities 9.) Stereospecific and Stereoselective Reactions 10.) Applications of Stereoselective Reactions 11.) Stoichiometric Methods 12.) Catalytic Methods