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Stable organolithium gels

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Organolithium reagents are characterized by their high reactivity towards air and moisture, traditionally requiring strict inert conditions for their handling and utilization. Now, these reagents can be encapsulated within an organogel, enhancing their stability and allowing their use and storage under ambient conditions.

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Fig. 1: Air- and moisture-tolerant organolithium gels.

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Tortajada, A., Hevia, E. Stable organolithium gels. Nat. Chem. 15, 299–300 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41557-023-01143-y

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