Fig. 7: Synthetic transformations.
From: Desymmetrization of N-Cbz glutarimides through N-heterocyclic carbene organocatalysis

a Conversion of 3c to hydroxyl amide 6. b The synthesis of (R)-Baclofen 8 from 3i. c The synthesis of (R)-Rolipram 9 from 3j. d Transformation of 6b to lactam 10.