Organocopper compounds are now an integral part of every modern
synthesis laboratory, allowing important stages of synthesis to be
carried out in an elegant fashion. Yet a certain amount of experience
is needed if they are to be used effectively. Non-experts in the
field often have difficulty in choosing the most suitable reagent for
a particular substrate and the prerequisites for the reaction. This
manual, edited by Norbert Krause, answers such questions, since it
contains all the useful tips and tricks on organocopper compounds -
information gained from personal experience by the international team
of authors. This allows those working in laboratories in both
academia and industry to determine the optimal reagent for their
needs using the substrates available for reaction and the desired
products. The result is a more effective use of these synthesis tools
in everyday laboratory practice.