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Functionalization of heterocycles through free radical intermediates has been widely employed in a diverse array of synthetic transformations. This chapter focuses on the recent developments in the light-assisted as well as traditional free radical generation methodology and the subsequent utilization in functionalization of various heterocycles.
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Joseph, J., Antonchick, A.P. (2017). Free Radicals in Heterocycle Functionalization. In: Landais, Y. (eds) Free-Radical Synthesis and Functionalization of Heterocycles. Topics in Heterocyclic Chemistry, vol 54. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/7081_2017_8
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