Electrode Materials in Modern Organic Electrochemistry. (24th August 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Heard, David M.; Lennox, Alastair J. J.
• Is Part Of: Angewandte Chemie. Volume 132:Number 43(2020)
• Page Start: 19026
• Page End: 19044
• Publication Date: 2020-08-24
• Subjects: electrocatalysis -- electrochemistry -- electrode -- materials -- organic synthesis; Chemistry -- Periodicals; 540
• DOI: 10.1002/ange.202005745
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0044-8249

Abstract

Abstract: The choice of electrode material is critical for achieving optimal yields and selectivity in synthetic organic electrochemistry. The material imparts significant influence on the kinetics and thermodynamics of electron transfer, and frequently defines the success or failure of a transformation. Electrode processes are complex and so the choice of a material is often empirical and the underlying mechanisms and rationale for success are unknown. In this review, we aim to highlight recent instances of electrode choice where rationale is offered, which should aid future reaction development. Abstract : The choice of electrode material is critical for achieving optimal yields and selectivity in synthetic organic electrochemistry. The material imparts significant influence on the kinetics and thermodynamics of electron transfer. However, electrode processes are complex and so their optimisation is often empirical. Highlighted herein are recent instances of electrode choice where rationale is offered.