NHC-NiH Reactions with Simple Olefins: Advances in Hydroalkenylation, Polymerization, and Ionic-Liquid Synthesis

Various NHC-NiH species have been developed as hydroalkenylation and polymerization catalysts and for ionic-liquid synthesis. This article outlines their key features and connections and highlights the opportunities for using NHC-NiH species in the selective preparation of new geminal disubstituted olefins and how they complement traditional P-NiH technology.