Catalytic reactions promoted by metal complexes stabilized by 1,3,5-triaza-7-phosphatricyclo[3.3.1.1]decane (PTA) and derivatives. A brief survey of recent results

In this review article, we present a brief survey of the recent contributions (2018–2024) appeared in the scientific literature, describing the use of the cage-like water-soluble monodentate phosphine 1,3,5-triaza-7-phosphatricyclo[3.3.1.1]decane (also known as 1,3,5-triaza-7-phosphadamantane, PTA), some of its derivatives and a higher homologue as stabilizing ligands for precious and non-precious metal complexes, with various applications in homogeneous catalytic processes in water and biphasic media.