Catalytic reactions are used to make chemical processes more efficient across a range of applications and industries. It is crucial that the catalysts employed are safe to work with, inexpensive, and earth abundant. Many traditional methods have used precious metals as catalysts, but the goal of this project is to use the main group element germanium as an alternative. Although bis(pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)germanium(II) (Cp*2Ge) has been previously prepared, its use as a catalyst has not been reported. This poster will discuss catalytic applications of Cp*2Ge, including its use in aldehyde hydroboration reactions.

Catalytic activity of bis(pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)germanium (Cp*2Ge)

ACS Spring 2022

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