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Employment of metal nanoparticles has been one of the most promising synthetic strategies for a number of chemical transformations. New spiroindane‐1,3‐diones were synthesized through [3 + 2] cycloaddition in moderate to high yields by a three‐component reaction of heterocyclic chalcone derivatives, ninhydrin, and sarcosine/L‐proline. The presence of heterogenous MgSiO3 nanoparticles (NPs) under microwave irradiation showed a robust effect in improving the yield of the desired products. Furthermore, the catalyst may be recovered and reused without significant loss of activity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A new julolidine hybrid analogs have been accomplished in a regio and stereo controlled manner using heterogenous MgSiO3 nanoparticles (NPs) catalyzed intramolecular dipolar cycloaddition reaction as a key step. The synthesized catalyst was used in the preparation of various new julolidine analogs with a good yield ranging from 65 to 85%. Further, catalyst could be recycled in several times without loss of significant activity which was an added advantage to the principles of green chemistry. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]