Enantioselective Organocatalysis

Enantioselective Organocatalysis, 1st Edition, is a reference edited by Peter I. Dalko and published by Wiley-VCH in 2025. Subtitled Catalysts, Reactions, and Applications, this English-language reference surveys catalytic methods in asymmetric synthesis to assist active laboratory investigations. The 1840-page publication systematically documents structural design principles, kinetic behaviors, and synthetic applications developed over the past ten years.

Thematic coverage highlights light-controlled organocatalysis executed by bifunctional single-catalyst systems alongside combined dual photo/organocatalytic synthetic strategies in asymmetric reaction pathways. Additional sections evaluate activation modes in asymmetric anion-binding catalysis, fundamental chemical transformations utilizing chiral phase-transfer catalysts, and organocatalytic methods within polymer science.

Focus on asymmetric organocatalysis operating at parts-per-million loadings highlights modern benchmarks in catalyst efficiency and practical reaction scale. By organizing key theoretical frameworks, this reference provides structured background evidence to support chemists and researchers in advanced research environments.