alkylation of sulfenate anions to various sulfoxides with high enantioselectivities (up to 99%
ee) and yields (up to 99%). This approach gives access to enantioenriched heterocyclic
sulfoxides that might not be compatible with strong oxidants or organometallic reagents.
Computational studies have revealed that the multiple noncovalent interactions such as
halogen bonds and nonclassical hydrogen bonds are involved.