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529-0144-01L 6 Credits DR , MSC D-CHAB
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NMR Spectroscopy in Inorganic Chemistry

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. René Verel
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Abstract

Theory and applications of NMR spectroscopy with a focus of its use to problems in Inorganic Chemistry.The use of the Bloch Equations to describe broadband and selective excitation, measurement techniques and processing strategies of NMR data, applications of NMR to the study of molecular structure, chemical exchange processes, diffusion spectroscopy, and solid-state NMR techniques.

Objective

In depth understanding of both practical and theoretical aspects of solution and solid-state NMR and its application to problems in Inorganic Chemistry

Content

Selection of the following themes: 1. Bloch Equations and its use to understand broadband and selective pulses. 2. Measurement techniques and processing strategies of NMR data. 3. Applications of NMR to the study of molecular structure: Experiments and strategies to solve problems in Inorganic Chemistry. 4. Application of NMR to the study of chemical exchange processes. 5. Application of NMR to the study of self-diffusion and the determination of diffusion coefficients. 6. Differences and similarities between fundamental interactions in solution and solid-state NMR 7. Experimental techniques in solid-state NMR (Magic Angle Spinning, Cross Polarization, Decoupling and Recoupling Techniques, MQMAS) 8. The use of Dynamic Nuclear Polarization for the study of surfaces.

Resources

Lecture Notes

A handout is provided during the lectures. It is expected that the students will consult the accompanying literature as specified during the lecture.

Literature

Specified during the lecture

General Information

Language
English
Levels
DR , MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
oral 30 minutes
The student must give a presentation during the semester about a theme based on their study of the literature. A list of possible themes and corresponding literature will be provided during the lecture.The student presentation is a mandatory „pass/fail“ element of the course and must be passed separately from the oral exam. If the presentation fails it will not be possible to pass the final exam. A renewed presentation is not required in case the oral exam has to be repeated.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise NMR Spectroscopy in Inorganic Chemistry
  • Wed 12:45-15:30 (HCI J 6)
3 h weekly

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