The use of the microwave (MW)
Keywords organophosphorus chemistry, green chemistry, microwave, resolution, platinum complexes, dronic acids/dronates
IntroductionIn this minireview, our recent results in environmentallyfriendly ("green") chemistry have been summarized. In the first sub-chapter the usefulness of the microwave technique is shown in organophosphorus chemistry. The second sub-chapter summarizes our results on the resolution of cyclic phosphine oxides, as precursors for P-ligands and on the synthesis of platinum complexes as potential catalysts. Catalysts are of utmost importance from the point of view of green chemistry. The last sub-chapter comprises our experiences on the optimization of the synthesis of dronic acid derivatives that are important drugs against bone diseases.