Kai Zhao, Xiao-Ping Xu, Songlei Zhu
Jun 26, 2009
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Synthesis
Abstract
A new series of indole-containing pyridine derivatives, 4-aryl-6-(1H-indol-3-yl)-2,2'-bipyridine-5-carbonitriles, were synthesized via one-pot multicomponent reactions of 3-(cyano-acetyl)indoles, aldehydes, heterocyclic ketones, and ammonium acetate. Particularly valuable features of this method include high yields of products, broad substrate scope, and straightforward procedures.