Dr. O'Connor's Green Chemistry Laboratory Innovations
Explore the pioneering research of Dr. O'Connor focusing on the development of new organic chemistry hydrogenation labs, incorporating technology for reaction monitoring, and applying principles of green chemistry to minimize environmental impact. Discover innovative solventless reactions like THP protection of alcohols and Tetrahydropyranylation. Embrace environmentally friendly chemicals, catalyst usage, waste prevention, and minimal solvent/reagent quantities. Join the journey towards sustainable chemistry practices.
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Focus of Dr. OConnors Research DEVELOPMENT OF GREEN CHEMISTRY LABS 1) DEVELOPMENT OF NEW ORGANIC CHEMISTRY HYDROGENATION LABS 2) DEVELOPMENT OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY LABS USING TECHNOLOGY TO MONITOR THE REACTION 3)
Hydrogenation of Methyl Trans-Cinnamate Good reaction conditions Less than 1 hour reaction time. 1.0 atm. Methyl-3-phenylpropionate Methyl Trans-Cinnamate
Some Principles of Green Chemistry oCHOOSE TO USE ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY CHEMICALS. oUSE CATALYSTS WHEN POSSIBLE. oPREVENT WASTE BY USING A SOLVENTLESS PROCESS. oMINIMIZE AMOUNTS OF SOLVENTS AND REAGENTS USED.
General Reaction for the THP Protection of Alcohols. This can be done with and without solvent. The goal is to run the reaction solventless. THP is a protecting group in organic chemistry.
These are Examples of Solventless Tetrahydropyranylation Reactions Benzyl alcohol Tetrahydropyran The identification of other solventless reactions is presently under investigation.
