The synthesis and oxidative cyclisation of lignans

The work described in this thesis outlines the achiral synthesis of lignans and their oxidation. Chapter one classifies lignans and examines their natural occurrence and biological activities. The biosynthesis and synthesis of lignans is also reviewed. Chapter two describes the selective synthesis o...

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Main Author: Hughes, D. D.
Published: Swansea University 2000
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Online Access:http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.637339