Asymmetric Epoxidation of Non-Functionalized Alkenes Using Transition Metal Complexes

Asymmetric catalytic epoxidation of alkenes such as styrenes, chromenes and indene using transition metal complexes both inhomogeneous and heterogeneous phase has been discussed in this review. The various strategies to make the catalysts recyclable by introducing in-built phase transfer ability, converting these to dimeric form, exchanging into clays and supporting on polymeric or inorganic supports are discussed at length.