Stereoselective Strategies for the Synthesis of Functionalized Cis‐Hydrindanes in Natural Product Synthesis

The cis‐hydrindane motif is a bicyclic structure commonly found in many natural products that exhibit significant biological activity. This structural feature is present in a variety of bioactive compounds, particularly terpenoids, steroids, and alkaloids, which are known for their therapeutic potential, including anti‐inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiviral, and anticancer properties. Due to its prevalence and biological relevance, the cis‐hydrindane framework has attracted considerable attention from synthetic chemists, who have devoted substantial effort toward developing efficient and diverse methods for constructing this important motif. Many of the synthesized cis‐hydrindane compounds have been used as key intermediates or building blocks in the total synthesis of complex natural products. This review provides an overview of strategic approaches for synthesizing functionalized cis‐hydrindanes and its derivatives from 2000 to the present day, focusing on their application in natural product synthesis. By examining the diverse methods and their impact on natural product synthesis, this review will underscore the enduring importance of the cis‐hydrindane framework in both synthetic organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry.