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Michael additions to the exocyclic olefins of optically pure dioxanone
s (prepared via the asymmetric Baylis-Hillman reaction) are studied. T
he products can be obtained in excellent diastereoselectivity to ultim
ately provide products equivalent to those derived via anti aldol addi
tions. Quaternary centers can also be created with good selectivity vi
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