John A. Gladysz & Dennis P. Curran 
Handbook of Fluorous Chemistry 

Edited by the leading experts John Gladysz, Dennis Curran, and István Horváth, this handbook is the first to summarize all the essential aspects of this emerging field of chemistry. Whether the reader is seeking an introduction to the concept of fluorous biphase catalysis, summaries of partition coefficients involving fluorous and organic solvents, or information on the latest fluorous mixture separation techniques, this authoritative compilation of contributions, written by the world’s top authors, provides key information needed for successfully working with the diverse and fascinating families of fluorous molecules. The large number of reliable experimental procedures in particular makes this the ideal guide for newcomers wanting to use this elegant method in the laboratory. In addition, experts will also find a wealth of important information concisely contained in one ready reference. The result is an indispensable resource for everyone currently working or intending to work in this field.

Table of Content

Preface
Fluorous Chemistry: Scope and Definition
A Personal View of the History of Fluorous Chemistry
Fluorous Solvents and Related Media
Strategies for the Recovery of Fluorous Catalysts and Reagents: Design and Evaluation
Ponytails: Structural and Electronic Considerations
Partition Coefficients Involving Fluorous Solvents
Separations with Fluorous Silica Gel and Related Media
Light Fluorous Chemistry – A User´s Guide
Getting Started in Synthesis: A Tabular Guide to Selected Monofunctional Fluorous Compounds
Highlights of Applications in Synthesis and Catalysis
Preparations
Applications of Fluorous Compounds in Materials Chemistry
Fluorous Materials for Biomedical Uses
Fun and Games with Fluorous Chemistry