Catalytic Asymmetric Reactions

This lecture covers various catalytic asymmetric reactions in organic chemistry, including the use of Lewis and Brønsted acids for carbonyl and imine activation, the Jacobsen Urea Catalyst, and the Mannick Reaction. It also discusses the activation with phosphoric acids, Passerini and Ugi reactions, and the reduction of imines with Hantsch ester. The presentation delves into the Jacobsen and Maruoka methods, the Mannick Reaction, and the use of phosphoric acids for activation. Furthermore, it explores the activation of carbonyles for ene reactions, the use of carbenes and oxidation for activation, and the Aza Friedel-Craft reaction with electron-rich aromatic compounds.