Chiral P,N-bidentate ligands in coordination chemistry and organic catalysis involving rhodium and palladium

Literature data on the synthesis of rhodium and palladium complexes with op tically active P,N-bidentate ligands and their applications in the homogene ous asymmetric catalysis are summarised and discussed. The effect of the na ture of the P,N-bidentate compounds on structures of metal complexes and en antioselectivity in catalysis is examined. The allylic substitution, cross- coupling, hydroboration, and hydrosilylation catalysed by Rh or Pd complexe s with optically active P,N-bidentate ligands are considered. Prospects for the development in this field of chemistry are demonstrated.