This book adopts an "all you need to know" approach to the chemistry of the versatile lanthanide reagent, samarium diiodide. The authors have distilled the extensive primary literature into a concise, practical guide that allows the reader to quickly grasp an understanding of the reagent and its uses. The book covers: the best methods for preparation and handling; how solvents, co-solvents and additives alter reactivity; the basic mechanisms of reactions; common transformations; applications in target synthesis, and emerging areas in samarium diiodide chemistry. It contains illustrative practical procedures, up to date literature references, illustrations and chemical schemes. | Organic Synthesis using Samarium Diiodide by David J Procter, Perfect | Indigo Chapters