phosphonylation

[US]//ˌfɒsfənɪˈleɪʃən//
[UK]//ˌfɑːsfənɪˈleɪʃən//

Translation

n.The chemical process of introducing a phosphonate group (-PO3R2) into a molecule, typically via substitution or addition reactions.

Example Sentences

the selective phosphonylation of the hydroxyl groups was achieved using a palladium catalyst.

phosphonylation reactions are widely used in the synthesis of nucleotide analogs.

we investigated the mechanism of the enzyme-catalyzed phosphonylation process.

the reagent acts as a potent inhibitor by initiating irreversible phosphonylation of acetylcholinesterase.

post-translational phosphonylation plays a crucial role in signal transduction pathways.

optimizing the phosphonylation conditions significantly increased the overall product yield.

direct phosphonylation of the aromatic ring requires harsh reaction conditions.

the synthesis involves a key step of radical phosphonylation to form the c-p bond.

photoredox catalysis enables mild and efficient phosphonylation of alkene substrates.

electrochemical phosphonylation provides a sustainable alternative to traditional methods.

the phosphonylation agent was carefully prepared under an inert atmosphere.

site-specific phosphonylation is essential for modulating the protein's biological activity.

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