Asymmetric Michael-Aldol Tandem Reaction of 2-Substituted Benzofuran-3-ones and Enones: A Facile Synthesis of Griseofulvin Analogues

A highly enantioselective Michael aldol tandem reaction with respect to prochiral 2-substituted benzofuran-3-ones and enones by a facile primary amine catalyst was investigated. The approach provides rapid access to the desired pharmaceutically active griseofulvin analogues.