Synthesis of new boron complexes: application to transfer hydrogenation of acetophenone derivatives

Boron is essential for healthy plants. Its biochemical role is notfullyunderstoodeven60yearsafteritsrecognitionasanessentialelement, although it is known to be involved in nucleic acidsynthesis, possibly linked to adequate provision of pyrimidinenucleotides. Boron also plays a part in carbohydrate metabolism,hormone action and membrane formation.