Topics in Stereochemistry, Volume 22

Since it was first published in 1967, the highly regarded Topics inStereochemistry series has consistently reflected the state of theart in the field and provided readers with a coherent framework forthe conceptual, theoretical, and practical aspects of modernstereochemistry. With the new series editor, Scott E. Denmark, at the helm, Volume22 continues to offer important insights into the evolution ofstereochemistry and its future direction. Written byinternationally recognized leaders in their respective fields, thisvolume introduces readers to some of the most intensely studiedtopics in research laboratories today. Along with the fundamental principles of chirality, the authorsdescribe exciting new applications of stereochemistry in syntheticorganic, physical organic, and bioorganic chemistry. They covercutting-edge research in areas such as asymmetric catalysis,reactions with catalytic antibodies, and stereoelectronic controlof organic reactions. In addition, a feature chapter provides acritical analysis of the concepts of molecular chirality. Timely and authoritative, Topics in Stereochemistry, Volume 22,features over 120 illustrations and a cumulative index coveringVolumes 1 through 22. It is an essential resource for organicchemists involved in synthesis as well as those in the physical andbioorganic areas of organic chemistry. Volume 22 relaunches this highly respected series, providing atimely, valuable reference to the theory and practice ofstereochemistry. Cutting-edge topics include: * Foundations of molecular and topological chirality. * Stereoselective reactions with catalytic antibodies. * Stereoelectronic effects of the group 4 metal substituents inorganic chemistry. * Asymmetric catalysis with the new class of chiral lanthanoidcomplexes. * Basic principles of the exciting new area of asymmetricamplification.