Organic Chemistry - Reactivity and Structure

About this programme

Samples of organic compounds ready to be analysed with NMR. NMR is a technique that can be used to determine the molecular structure and the purity of organic compounds. The course focus on the process of designing and developing efficient routes towards simple compounds with minimal environmental impact, and the NMR techniques that are being used in real synthetic laboratories for this purpose. The course is a good foundation for further specialization in both analytic and synthetic organic chemistry, combining experimental synthesis of small pharmaceuticals and fragrances with the direct handling of NMR spectrometers and real-world software to examine and report the data. The theory involves two elements: Organic reaction theory with focus on mechanisms and stereochemistry, and a practical approach to structure determination using NMR spectroscopy. Both parts expand on previous undergraduate courses. Safety information for pregnant and breastfeeding students The programme includes mandatory components in which pregnant and breastfeeding students should not participate. Please contact the course coordinator for further information. Lectures and seminars on the theory and interpretation of reactivity and structural elucidation of organic compounds. Laboratory experimentation with simple syntheses of small organic molecules, including fragrances and medicines. Quality control of the compounds synthesized through acquisition and processing of NMR spectra. It is important to learn how to manage your time during courses like this. The expected work load may vary between