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  • Chemical Synthesis
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • Current custom synthesis methods limit access to the potential of small molecules.
  • The building block approach, using interchangeable parts, is highly efficient for constructing diverse entities.
  • Small molecules exhibit structural redundancy, suggesting suitability for building block construction.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the feasibility of a generalized building block approach for small molecule synthesis.
  • To highlight recent advances in iterative assembly methods for small molecules.
  • To overcome limitations of traditional custom synthesis.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing building block strategies and iterative assembly techniques.
  • Analysis of structural redundancy in small molecules.
  • Examination of recent progress in common building block and coupling chemistry applications.

Main Results:

  • The building block approach has proven effective in constructing complex structures like macromolecules and AI algorithms.
  • Advances in iterative synthesis methods enable the assembly of diverse small molecules using common building blocks.
  • Progress in coupling chemistry facilitates the construction of pharmaceuticals, natural products, and materials.

Conclusions:

  • A generalized building block approach for small molecule synthesis is achievable.
  • This approach promises to unlock the untapped potential of small molecules for societal benefit.
  • Further development in iterative assembly and coupling chemistry is key to realizing this potential.