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Toward graduate work
Bridge chapter to graduate work: computational quantum chemistry, group theory, supramolecular, green chemistry and asymmetric catalysis.
- 01
Computational quantum chemistry (DFT, intro)
Hartree-Fock vs DFT, functionals, basis sets. First reading of a Gaussian calculation.
16 min - 02
Group theory
Molecular symmetry, operations, character tables. Application to orbitals and vibrational modes.
18 min - 03
Supramolecular chemistry
Molecular recognition, self-assembly, host-guest complexes. From cyclodextrin to MOFs.
14 min - 04
Green chemistry and asymmetric catalysis
Twelve principles of green chemistry, atom economy, chiral catalysts and enantioselective synthesis.
15 min