Efficient Synthesis of Functionalized Indene Derivatives via Rh(III)‐Catalyzed Cascade Reaction between Oxadiazoles and Allylic Alcohols

Abstract A highly efficient rhodium(III)‐catalyzed synthesis of novel functionalized indene derivatives has been achieved via C−H activation/intramolecular aldol condensation. This cascade reaction is an atom economical protocol which could be further applied to build more complex compounds. magnified image