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Extremely acidic organic molecules – computationally predicted superacids awaiting experimental synthesis

Superacid is any acid stronger than 100% sulfuric acid. There is an ongoing interest in chemistry for compounds exhibiting extreme acidity, since neutral superacids are the most important catalysts in chemical transformations. In a majority of acid-catalyzed chemical reactions stronger acids provide better catalyst. Nowadays, chemistry and industry predominantly make use of strong inorganic acids although their application is associated with a number of drawbacks and environmentally intolerable solutions. Replacing these acids with exceptionally active organic superacids would reduce waste and energy needs, cut down the process time and make the overall process safer and more economical. Having all in mind, design of novel neutral organic superacids is vital from both practical and scientific points of view.

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