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Best solvents so far: DMSO and MeOH.
No reaction in DCM or THF.
Bases like KF, K₂CO₃, etc., don’t seem to help.

Any ideas on how to make this reaction reproducible? Would love some input! 🔬💡
#Help #Boron #ChemMystery #Arylation