The general reaction that links the two pieces together into one big molecule has been used before by other chemists working to synthesize bryostatin 1 and related compounds. (sciencenews.org)
Baran's group has already made their sulfone reagents and methods used in this study available to other chemists via Twitter who would like to use the technique. (sciencedaily.com)
The researchers also hope their design will inspire other chemists working in non-equilibrium chemistry. (sciencedaily.com)