Facile approach to diverse 3-acylated indolizines via a sequential Sonogashira coupling/iodocyclization process

Successful implementation of a sequential Pd-catalyzed Sonogashira cross-coupling/iodine-promoted 5-exo-dig cyclization procedure with pyridines bearing a terminal alkyne moiety provided direct and straightforward access to a diverse array of 3-acylated indolizines under mild conditions.