Symmetrical CCC-NHC pincer metal complexes and symmetrical bimetallic complexes: bio-activity, and applications to organic transformations and energy-related catalytic methods

摘要

Provided herein are a symmetrical pincer metal and bimetallic complexes. The symmetrical pincer metal complex includes a structure according to Formula I:; wherein M is a metal; each N and N′ is independently nitrogen or carbon; Z is selected from the group consisting of CH, C, and N; n is 0-3; each L is independently a neutral or charged ligand; and each R is independently an alkyl, Nx, CH₂TMS. The symmetrical bimetallic complex includes a structure according to Formula II:; wherein M is a metal; each N and N′ is independently nitrogen or carbon; Z is selected from the group consisting of CH, C, and N; n is 0-3; each L is independently a neutral or charged ligand; and wherein each R is independently an alkyl, Nx, CH₂TMS. Also provided herein is a method of catalyzing a reaction including administering one or more of the compounds disclosed herein.