Description du livre
Here, Professor J. Otera brings together for the first time the combined knowledge about this elementary yet multifaceted reaction. Starting from the methodical basics right up to practical applications, this book represents a comprehensive overview of this type of reaction, saving readers time-consuming research among the literature - and not just in practical matters. All set to become a standard reference for every organic chemist.
From the contents:
METHODOLOGY
Reaction of Alcohols with Carboxylic Acids and Their Derivatives
Reactions with Carboxylic Acids
Reaction with Esters: Transesterification
Reaction with Acid Anhydrides
Reaction with Acid Halides and Related Compounds
Conversion of Alcohols to Esters through Carbonylation
SYNTHETIC APPLICATIONS
Kinetic Resolution
Enzymatic Resolution
Nonenzymatic Resolution
Asymmetric Desymmetrization
Deacetylation through Transesterification
Selective Esterification
Applications to Natural Product Synthesis
New Reaction Media
Industrial Uses