On the basis of quantum mechanical calculations 27, this metal-free aromatic C–H oxidation is most likely to occur through a reverse-rebound diradical mechanism (via intermediate B; Fig. 1).

Oxidative functionalization of hydrophobic compounds is an important research area from the perspective of effective utilization of natural resources and treatment and reuse of hazardous substances.

Cooperative catalysis for selective alcohol oxidation with molecular oxygen. Chemistry - A European Journal , 2016; DOI: 10.1002/chem.201602964 Cite This Page : ...

By investigating the oxidation mechanism at the atomic level, the team proposed, for the first time, a "dynamic size effect", that determines the stability of supported nanoparticles.