New approach in the synthesis of complex natural substances

New approach for total synthesis paves the way for new drug developments

06-May-2024 - They are found as fragrances in cosmetics or as flavorings in food, and form the basis of new medications: Terpenes are natural substances that occur in plants, insects and sea sponges. They are difficult to produce synthetically. However, chemists at the University of Basel are now introducing a ...