Please join us in welcoming Dr. P. Andrew Evans from Queens University as he gives a presentation on "Stereoselective Construction of Challenging C-C Bonds: Total Synthesis of Complex Bioactive Agents".

Abstract: The seminar will describe the development and application of new stereoselective C-C bond forming reactions to the total synthesis of complex bioactive agents. Specifically, it will outline a novel dynamic kinetic resolution of αß-unsaturated aldehydes, the catalytic asymmetric alkylation of homoenolates and the development of a concise, efficient and scalable total synthesis of the complex bioactive sesquiterpene natural product, thapsigargin.

All are welcome to attend!