[Online] - CiQUS Lecture: Simplicity and Ideality in Synthesis

Abstract: 

Organic synthesis is one of the great branches of Chemistry that has had a profound impact on the betterment and advancement of civilization.  In its most modern manifestations, it renders the dream of alchemy (turning something worthless into something valuable) a reality. It places the practitioner into the role of artist, engineer, and astronaut. Thus, advances in this field are inherently of interest to a broad audience. Predicting the specific developments that will alter the course of this field is difficult.  This talk will use case-studies from our lab to demonstrate how the community is progressing by aiming for simple, ideal solutions to longstanding challenges.