Nanocatalysts: Applications in synthesis of chalcones - a review

Chalcone is one of the most versatile scaffolds with wide range of applications. It is used as a precursor for diverse classes of organic molecules. Several methods are reported for the synthesis of chalcones using conventional catalysts. Nanocatalysts are gaining attention due to their efficiency, reproducibility, cost-effectiveness, reusability, etc. This review will give an epigrammatic status of the nanocatalyst used in the synthesis of chalcone. The review also discusses methods used for the synthesis of chalcones.

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This review provides a concise overview of the use of nanocatalysts in the synthesis of chalcones, as well as discussing various synthesis methods.