Contemporary Heterocyclic Chemistry

A comprehensive approach to heterocyclic chemistry, based on the concept of PI [ ] -excessive and PI [ ] -deficient ring systems. Introduces the categorical similarities and differences among the varied heterocyclic systems. Explains the logical consistency of the numerous systhesis and relative reactivities of heterocyclic compounds, as demonstrated not only by their chemical reactions, but by their spectroscopic properties as well. Also provides highly useful tabulation of nuclear magnetic resonance data for proton, carbon and nitrogen, mass spectral fragmentation, and the results of unified molecular orbital calculations. Partial table of contents:

Nomenclature.

Electronic Division of Aromatic Heterocyclic Compounds.

Synthetic Routes to Selected Monocyclic Five-Membered Pi-ExcessiveHeteroaromatic Compounds.

Synthetic Routes and Reactions of Some Common Benzo-fused FiveMembered Pi-Excessive Heteroaromatic Compounds.

George R. Newkome received his BS and PhD in chemistry from Kent State University. He joined Louisiana State University in 1968 becoming a full professor in 1978 and Distinguished Research Master in 1982. In 1986, he moved to the University of South Florida as Vice President for Research and Professor of Chemistry, becoming a Distinguished Research Professor in 1992. In 2001, he was appointed as Oelschlager Professor of Science & Technology at the University of Akron, where he is also Professor of Polymer Science and Chemistry, Vice President for Research, Dean of the Graduate School, and President of the University's Research Foundation. His research is currently focused on supra- macro -molecular chemistry, molecular assemblies, nanochemistry, inorganic-organic interfaces, molecular inclusion chemistry, molecular electronics, and photonics.

Charles N. Moorefield is a Senior Research Scientist at The University of Akron in Ohio. He holds a PhD in Organic Chemistry. He has authored and co-authored multiple publications, co-authored two books, and delivers scientific presentations around the world.