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Research in the Kwon's Organic Synthesis Laboratory (KOSL) focuses on developing innovative organic synthetic methods by understanding and controlling highly reactive intermediates. By looking beyond the limits of traditional batch chemistry, we aim to contribute to more sustainable and efficient chemical processes. Our work simply brings together organic synthesis, continuous flow technology, photochemistry, and computational modeling. We use flow and flash systems, along with transition metal catalysis and DFT calculations, to explore new chemical reactions and study how they work. Researchers in our group gain hands-on experience across multiple areas, including standard batch synthesis, continuous flow setups, and computational analysis. We believe that building a solid foundation in these practical skills is the best way to prepare for the growing role of automation and AI in chemistry.
We build synthetic systems using continuous flow and photochemistry to safely handle highly reactive intermediates. This approach gives us exact control over reactions and helps connect basic lab work with practical, larger-scale applications.
We use computational tools like DFT calculations to study reaction pathways and understand how transient intermediates behave. These calculations guide our experimental work and help us figure out the most effective reaction conditions.
We focus on creating simple and efficient ways to build complex heterocyclic structures using transition metal catalysis and flow techniques. Our goal is to synthesize useful molecular frameworks, particularly targeting central nervous system applications.
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