Integrating CuO-Fe O Nanocomposites and Supramolecular Assemblies of Phenazine for Visible-Light Photoredox Catalysis.

A photoredox catalytic ensemble consisting of CuO-Fe O nanocomposites and oligomeric derivative of phenazine has been developed. The prepared system acts as an efficient photoredox catalyst for C-N bond formation reaction via SET mechanism under 'green' conditions (aerial environment, mixed aqueous media, recyclable), requiring less equivalents of base and amine substrate. The present study demonstrates the significant role of supramolecular assemblies as photooxidants and reductants upon irradiation and their important contribution towards the activation of the metallic centre through energy transfer and electron transfer pathways. The potential of oligomer 4: CuO-Fe O has also been explored for C-C bond formation reactions via the Sonogashira protocol.