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  • C-N atropisomers, stereoisomers from restricted C-N bond rotation, are gaining attention.
  • These compounds are synthesized with high optical purity and used as chiral building blocks and ligands.
  • Atropisomers exhibit distinct biological activities, target selectivity, and pharmacokinetics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To comprehensively review C-N atropisomeric compounds.
  • To highlight their diverse biological activities.
  • To discuss synthesis, separation, and rotational stability.

Main Methods:

  • Catalytic enantioselective reactions for synthesis.
  • Separation techniques for isomers.
  • Analysis of biological activity, target selectivity, and pharmacokinetics.

Main Results:

  • Diverse C-N atropisomeric compounds have been synthesized with high optical purity.
  • Significant differences in biological properties exist between atropisomers.
  • Growing awareness of their potential in medicinal chemistry.

Conclusions:

  • C-N atropisomers are valuable in both synthetic and medicinal chemistry.
  • Their unique stereochemical properties lead to distinct biological effects.
  • Further exploration of their biological potential is warranted.