Columbia University in the City of New York · ChemistryRovis Lab
Tomislav Rovis · New York, New York
Research Focus
Dr. Tomislav Rovis' lab focuses on innovative methods to transform basic chemical feedstocks into valuable compounds, especially those containing nitrogen, which is crucial for drug development. By synthesizing complex structures from simple molecules, the lab aims to streamline the creation of pharmaceutical agents and improve their properties. This research has a significant impact on drug design and functionality, addressing challenges in the development of therapeutics.
nitrogen chemistryfunctionalized aminesheterocyclesdrug designsynthesis methods
Research Aims
5AIM 01Develop methods to incorporate nitrogen into small molecules.
AIM 02Create efficient synthesis pathways for complex amine structures.
AIM 03Utilize basic feedstocks to generate pharmaceutical compounds.
AIM 04Streamline the synthesis of nitrogen-containing molecules.
AIM 05Enhance the functional properties of bioactive compounds through selective transformations.
Skills the Lab Values
organic synthesiscross-coupling techniqueschiral synthesisanalytical chemistryspectroscopyreaction developmentmechanistic studieschemical derivatizationstructure elucidation
Output against the department
Publications520top 16% of dept.35th of 216
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most publishedleast published
Citations31ktop 15% of dept.32nd of 216
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most citedleast cited
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