Advances in Organic Synthesis is a book series devoted to the latest advances in synthetic approaches towards challenging structures. The series presents comprehensive reviews written by eminent authorities on different synthetic approaches to selected target molecules and new methods developed to achieve specific synthetic transformations or optimal product yields. Advances in Organic Synthesis is essential for all organic chemists in academia and the industry who wish to keep abreast of rapid and important developments in the field.



Volume 18 presents 7 reviews focused on ionic materials, nanoparticles and nitrogen containing heterocycles in organic synthesis.



- Recent synthetic and biological advances in anti-cancer ferrocene-analogues and hybrids

- Synthesis of fused nitrogenated heterocycles: intramolecular povarov reaction

- Use of barbituric acid as a precursor for the synthesis of bioactive compound

- Ionic liquids as solvents and/or catalysts for organic synthesis

- Zinc oxide nanomaterials for biomedical applications

- Superhydrophobic polymeric nanocomposites coatings for effective corrosion protection

- Morphologies and properties of virgin and waste PP nanocomposites