Sachin U. Sonavane

Bio: Sachin U. Sonavane is an academic researcher from University of Mumbai. The author has contributed to research in topics: Catalysis & Molecular sieve. The author has an hindex of 5, co-authored 11 publications receiving 288 citations. Previous affiliations of Sachin U. Sonavane include Indian Institute of Technology Bombay.

Selective Catalytic Hydrogenation of Functionalized Nitroarenes: An Update

Abstract: In this update, progress made in the last decade for the selective catalytic hydrogenation of nitroarenes in the presence of other reducible functions is reviewed. The main focus is on catalytic systems capable of reducing nitro groups with very high chemoselectivity in substrates containing carbon–carbon or carbon–nitrogen double or triple bonds, carbonyl or benzyl groups, and multiple Cl, Br, or I substituents. The performance of new catalyst types is described, most notably of gold-based catalysts, but also of modified classical Pt, Pd, and Ni catalysts, as well as homogeneous catalysts. The best results for the various chemoselectivity problems are compiled and assessed with regard to their versatility and synthetic viability. In addition, progress in understanding mechanistic aspects are briefly described.

Heterogeneous Catalytic Transfer Hydrogenation as an Effective Pathway in Biomass Upgrading

Abstract: Reducing oxygen content in biomass-derived feedstocks via hydrodeoxygenation (HDO) is a key step in their upgrading to fuels and valuable chemicals. Organic molecules, e.g., alcohols and formic acid, can donate hydrogen to reduce the substrate in a process called catalytic transfer hydrogenation (CTH). Although it is practiced far less frequently than molecular-hydrogen-based HDO processes, CTH has been proven to be an efficient and selective strategy in biomass upgrading in the last two decades. In this paper, we present a selective review of recent progress made in the upgrade of biomass-derived feedstocks through heterogeneous CTH, with a focus on the mechanistic interpretation. Hydrogenation and cleavage of C═O and C–O bonds, respectively, are the two main categories of reactions discussed, owing to their importance in the HDO of biomass-derived feedstocks. On acid–base catalysts, Lewis acid–base pair sites, rather than a single acid or base site, mediate hydrogenation of carbonyl groups with alcohols...

Reduction of Nitro Compounds Using 3d-Non-Noble Metal Catalysts

Abstract: The reduction of nitro compounds to the corresponding amines is one of the most utilized catalytic processes in the fine and bulk chemical industry. The latest development of catalysts with cheap metals like Fe, Co, Ni, and Cu has led to their tremendous achievements over the last years prompting their greater application as “standard” catalysts. In this review, we will comprehensively discuss the use of homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts based on non-noble 3d-metals for the reduction of nitro compounds using various reductants. The different systems will be revised considering both the catalytic performances and synthetic aspects highlighting also their advantages and disadvantages.

Organocatalytic Oxidation. Asymmetric Epoxidation of Olefins Catalyzed by Chiral Ketones and Iminium Salts

Abstract: 2.6.4. Other Carbohydrate-Based Catalysts 3976 2.7. Carbocyclic Ketones 3977 2.8. Ketones with an Attached Chiral Moiety 3979 3. Chiral Iminium Salt-Catalyzed Epoxidation 3979 3.