Organocatalysis, i.e. catalysis with relatively small organic molecules provides a sustainable strategy for the manufacturing of complex molecules due to its reasonable costs, inertness against water or air and its low toxicity.

This lectures focuses on different types and activation modes in normal and asymmetric organocatalysis including  iminium-/enamin-/SOMO-/photoredox- and carbene- as well as H-bond, phase transfer and counterion catalysis.

Types and activation modes in normal and asymmetric organocatalysis

Examples of modern covalent and non-covalent organocatalysis including iminium-/enamin-/SOMO-/photoredox/carbene catalysis as well as H-bond, phase transfer and counterion catalysis.

The lectures is categorized as advanced organic chemistry and builts on previous knowledge in the field. It is recommended to attend this lecture after finalizing the lectures OMC and Strategies in Organic Synthesis.