Catalytic Reactions by Heterobimetallic Carbonyl Complexes with Polar Metal–Metal Interactions

Abstract

AbstractHeterobinuclear catalysts capable of bimetallic cooperative bond activation provide an alternative pathway to approach the discovery of novel and unique reactivity and selectivity in catalytic transformations, complementing more traditional mononuclear precious metal catalysts. This review summarizes recent advances in homogenous catalysis using heterobimetallic carbonyl catalysts with polar metal–metal interactions.1 Introduction2 Hydrogenation and Hydrofunctionalization3 Carbonylation and Carboxylation4 Oxidative Transformations5 Conclusion and Outlook