文摘
The structure of Cu(II) complex 3 formed within the course of a stereoselective Diels-Alderreaction was investigated by EXAFS, CW-EPR at X- and W-band, HYSCORE, pulsed ENDOR, and UV-vis spectroscopy. The experimental techniques indicate that the chiral bis(sulfoximine) ligand (S,S)-1 andthe dienophile form a tetragonally distorted complex in CH2Cl2. The ligand binds to the Cu(II) center via theimine nitrogens, whereas the dienophile interacts via the carbonyl oxygen atoms. The additional sites ofthe first coordination sphere are occupied by counterions and, presumably, solvent molecules. At the axialposition, a triflate anion binds via an oxygen atom.