Abstract
A synthetic strategy for the preparation of spiro[indoline-3,2'-pyrrolidine] derivatives has been developed, featuring a two-step sequence consisting of the reaction of 2-arylindoles with α,β-unsaturated ketones, followed by Fe(II)-catalyzed spirocyclization of readily accessible oxime acetates. The method exhibits a broad substrate scope and good functional group tolerance. The synthesized spirocyclic compounds showed no significant antimicrobial activity.