University of North Texas · ChemistryCui Synthesis Lab
Xin Cui · Denton, Texas
Research Focus
Dr. Xin Cui's lab at the University of North Texas focuses on developing new methods for synthesizing chiral molecules that are important for drug development and biomedical research. The lab specializes in ruthenium-catalyzed reactions that allow for the selective modification of carbon-hydrogen bonds in complex organic molecules. Students will gain hands-on experience in advanced synthetic techniques and contribute to research that could lead to new pharmaceuticals.
Ruthenium catalysisChiralityNatural productsAsymmetric synthesisCarbon-hydrogen functionalizationDrug developmentSynthetic methodsPharmaceuticalsComplex moleculesLigand design
Research Aims
5AIM 01Develop ruthenium(II)-catalyzed methods for enantioselective functionalization of carbon-hydrogen bonds.
AIM 02Synthesize complex natural products like dendrofalconerol A and dinoxyline.
AIM 03Explore new enantioselective activation systems for alkenes.
AIM 04Investigate the synthesis of novel chiral indole-aryl compounds for pharmaceutical applications.
AIM 05Provide hands-on training and research experience in advanced synthetic techniques for undergraduate students.
Skills the Lab Values
Ruthenium catalysisSynthesis of organic compoundsChiral molecule synthesisOrganic chemistry techniquesChromatographySpectroscopyChemical analysis techniquesReaction optimizationLab safety practicesData recording and analysis
Output against the department
Publications183bottom 43% of dept.122nd of 216
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Citations5.0kbottom 37% of dept.137th of 216
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