Innovate and React

In this episode of Innovate and React, I am talking with Justus Reitz, a chemist from TU Dortmund University, about the limitations of the HSAB (Hard and Soft Acids and Bases) concept in predicting reaction outcomes. We explore an alternative approach using the nucleophilicity scale developed by the Mayr group, which offers a more accurate prediction method. Justus shares insights from his PhD res...

How can we make pharmaceutical synthesis greener and more efficient? In this episode of Innovate and React, we dive into the world of organic chemistry with Dr. Nikolas Jankowski to explore an alternative to gold catalysis. While gold catalysts are known for their high selectivity and efficiency, their cost, environmental impact, and challenges in industrial applications call for new solutions. Ni...

This episode provided a deep dive into how ion exchange resins could revolutionize aldol reactions, making them greener and more sustainable. While traditional catalysts like sodium hydroxide are cheap, their environmental and economic drawbacks make alternative solutions necessary. Ion exchange resins, particularly those with improved linker stability, show promise, though challenges like cloggin...

Thanks for considering to support the show on buymeacoffee.com/innovateandreact ☕️ The development of bone adhesives represents an exciting advancement at the intersection of material science and medicine. Traditional fracture treatments rely on metal implants such as screws and plates, which, while effective, come with drawbacks like high costs, the need for secondary surgeries, and potential lo...

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