The Michael Reaction is a type of chemical reaction that involves the addition of a nucleophile to an α,β-unsaturated carbonyl compound. This reaction is named after the chemist August Michael, who first described it in the early 20th century. It is widely used in organic chemistry to form carbon-carbon bonds, making it valuable for synthesizing complex molecules. In the Michael Reaction, the nucleophile attacks the β-carbon of the unsaturated carbonyl compound, resulting in a new carbon-carbon bond. This process can be catalyzed by various bases or acids, and it often leads to the formation of products that can undergo further transformations in synthetic pathways.