Research
New Reaction Development
The research in this area involves discovering, understanding, and exploiting new catalyst systems that effect bond formation with control of chemo, regio- and stereoselectivities. Our approach is to identify novel reactivitiestand mechanistic motifs of transition metal-mediated processes to develop conceptually new reactions of broad synthetic utility. Specific topics include the development of stereoselective carbon-heteroatom bond-forming reactions for the asymmetric synthesis of chiral ethers and amines, and new cyclization reactions through catalytic carbon-carbon bond formation.
Synthesis of Natural Products
Target molecules in our lab include a variety of natural products possessing interesting structural, biological, and physical properties, In each project, we probe the feasibility of unprecedented reactions or untested networks of reactions in complex structural and functional settings. By undertaking these chemical synthesis investigations, we aim to develop innovative new chemistry that will be of great utility in broader contexts. Thus, our endeavor will not only advance synthetic science but also foster opportunities for further explorations utilizing these molecular agents.