Abstract
Abstract
This chapter describes the procedure for asymmetric Michael reaction of aldehydes and nitroalkenes. Regarding the Michael reaction of aldehydes and nitroalkenes, an aldehyde lacking substitution at the α‐position, such as acetaldehyde, can be successfully employed as a Michael donor, affording the product with excellent enantioselectivity. The chapter also presents some of the important points to be considered, the conditions that need to be maintained, characterization data, and the reagents required, as well as the techniques used and the equipment setup that are vital to carrying out the process. It then describes the hazards associated with working with chemicals and the ways to deal with these hazards.