Abstract
A series of mononuclear Fe(II) triflate complexes based on the 3,3-bis(1-alkylimidazole-2-yl)propionate ester (BAIP) ligand scaffold are reported. Variation of the steric and electronic properties of the BAIP ligand, a mimic of the 2-His-1-carboxylate facial triad found in mononuclear-nonheme iron enzmyes, provided insight into its coordination flexibility and structural demands as a facial ligand. The Fe(II) complexes were investigated as catalysts in the epoxidation/dihydroxylation of olefins.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 7394-7410 |
Number of pages | 17 |
Journal | Inorganic Chemistry |
Volume | 52 |
Issue number | 13 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2013 |