Photochemical synthesis and group transfer reactions of azoxy compounds

<正>Azoxy compounds are extensively utilized in various fields, including dyes, polymerization inhibitors. Their high nitrogen and oxygen content make them ideal for use as energy storage materials [1–4]. Additionally, azoxy functional groups are found in various natural products. In 1949, chemists successfully isolated natural congener of azoxy compounds from cycads, marking a significant discovery. Subsequently, azoxy compounds were also discovered in mushrooms, sponges, and soil-dwelling bacteria, showing promising pharmaceutical activity, including antimicrobial, antifungal or antibacterial agents （Scheme 1）[5].