Chemistry Seminar: Associate Professor Elizabeth Krenske
- Date: Fri, 7 Jun 2019, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: MacBeth Lecture Theatre - Badger Building
- Cost: FREE
- Contact: Dr Christopher Newton 8313 5308
- Email: christopher.newton@adelaide.edu.au
Presenter
Associate Professor Elizabeth Krenske
School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences
The University of Queensland
Abstract
Exploring Useful Synthetic Reactions with Quantum Chemistry
Our laboratory uses molecular modelling techniques as a lens for examining molecular behaviour in atomic-level detail. In particular, we use transition state modelling to explore aspects of reaction mechanisms that cannot readily be studied by experiment. These simulations enable us to understand why reactions lead to certain products rather than others, and how reaction outcomes can be controlled. This talk will describe recent examples of our research in the areas of asymmetric organocatalysis and C-H activation.