One of the most difficult molecules in the history of natural product synthesis:High tension bridge ring system, 8-membered ring
8 consecutive chiral centers, 1 quaternary carbon
Racemic Total Synthesis: Baran (the most talented young organic chemist, 23 steps);
Njardarson (43 step)
Asymmetric total synthesis:
Our team,J. Am. Chem. Soc. 2019, ASAP.
(Type II [5+2],14 step,After 6 years)
>20 team studies: Corey (Nobel Laureate);Paquette; Barriault; et al.
(1987-2008, >20 papers and 10 PhD theses)