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The Mannich reaction is an organic reaction which consists of an amino alkylation of an acidic proton placed next to a carbonyl functional group with formaldehyde and ammonia or any primary or secondary amine . The final product is a β-amino-carbonyl compound also known as a Mannich base . Reactions between aldimines and α-methylene carbonyls are also considered Mannich reactions because these imines form between amines and aldehydes. The reaction is named after chemist Carl Mannich . [2] [3]

July 1, 2011 With summer in full swing in much of the world, we take stock of the first half of the International Year of Chemistry. Fabienne Meyers, Associate Director, IUPAC Summer is definitely here in the Northern Hemisphere, which for many means it’s time to take a break and relax. For some the summer is also a good time to reset projects, get back on track, make assessments, or/and make new plans. So, in that spirit, let’s take a look at where we stand at the halfway point of the International Year of Chemistry.