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Modern Asymmetric Synthesis
Moderne Methoden der Asymmetrischen Synthese
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 14:55:01
Abstract
Advanced Modern Methods of Asymmetric Synthesis and their Application in Natural Product Total Syntheses.
Objective
Knowledge of modern methods in asymmetric stereocontrol and enantioselective catalysis.
Content
Preparation and reactivity of oxonium/iminium species, chiral acetals in synthesis; Conformational analysis of macrocyclic rings, macrocyclic stereocontrol; Asymmetric catalysis: introduction, mechanistic analyses, catalyst- and ligand design, control elements, substrate activation, important asymmetric catalytic reactions with special focus on synthesis; Enolate alkylation, directed reactions; Allylic substitution reactions; The Chiron approach; Discussion of the key steps in selected, recent total syntheses in the context of diastereoselective synthesis and asymmetric catalysis.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 60 minutes, oral 30 minutes
- Aids
- keine
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| lecture with exercise | Moderne Methoden der Asymmetrischen Synthese | No time listed | 3 h weekly |
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IV. Lehrveranstaltungen zu den Prüfungsfächern im Schlussdiplom für alle Fachrichtungen (Prüfungsfächer und zugehörende Lehrveranstaltungen siehe Wegleitung.)
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