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A synthesis of (±)-3
H-epivincamine is reported. Important steps include (1) a Rh(II)-catalyzed intramolecular [3+2]-cycloaddition of an
-diazoindolo amide, (2) a reductive ring opening of the cycloadduct, (3) a decar
boethoxylation reaction, and (4) a
base-induced keto-amide ringcontraction.