Abstract
The synthesis of 6 α-n-hexyl-1 α-hydroxymethyl-(4aβ, 8aα)-decahydronaphthalene-2β-ol using a Robinson-Nazarow-anellation followed by a Birch-reduction is described. This compound exhibits liquid crystalline behaviour in the presence of water. No mesomorphic properties were observed in the absence of water.

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