Metal and photocatalyst-free alkylboration of [1.1.1]propellane enabled by red-light-induced electron transfer

Highly strained 1,3-disubstituted bicyclo[1.1.1]pentanes (BCPs) have emerged as bioisosteres of para-disubstituted benzene rings because of the ability of the former to impart valuable pharmacokinetic properties. However, challenges such as the...