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CHEM 33: Structure and Reactivity of Carbon-Based Molecules

This course offers an introduction to organic chemistry - the molecular 'language' that underpins biology, pharmacology, medicine, diagnostics, environmental and materials sciences. Students will gain insight into the chemical reactivity of carbon-based molecules by exploring structural and bonding models, chemical thermodynamics, and reaction kinetics. Application of this foundational knowledge to rationalize reaction outcomes, predict new chemical transformations, and guide molecular design and synthesis will be emphasized. A two-hour weekly lab section accompanies this course to reinforce lecture concepts through experiential learning and to introduce techniques for synthesizing and characterizing carbon-based molecules.
Terms: Win, Spr, Sum | Units: 5 | UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci, WAY-SMA

CHEM 90: Directed Instruction/Reading

Students pursue a reading program under supervision of a faculty member in Chemistry; may also involve participation in lab. Prerequisites: superior work in CHEM 31A, 31B, 31M, or 33; and consent of instructor.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum | Units: 1-2 | Repeatable 4 times (up to 8 units total)

CHEM 91: Exploring Chemical Research at Stanford

Preference to freshmen and sophomores. Department faculty describe their cutting-edge research and its applications.
Terms: Win | Units: 1
Instructors: Bushin, L. (PI)

CHEM 93: Chemistry Unleashed: Exploring the Chemistry that Transforms Our World

Ever wondered how chemistry weaves its magic into every fiber of our existence? Why does mint taste cool? What's the chemistry behind your favorite skincare product? How do molecules shape the taste of your food, or even, the feelings of love? Each week, we'll explore such fascinating questions with the guidance of expert speakers from diverse fields such as gastronomy, environmental science, aerospace engineering, medicine, and pharmaceuticals. They'll share the chemistry secrets that drive their respective industries, turning abstract chemical principles into tangible, real-world phenomena. This seminar course will bring chemistry out of the textbooks and into the real world, demonstrating its integral role in everyday life and industries. Join us to unravel the mysteries of the universe one molecule at a time and gain insights into potential careers in chemistry through engagement with industry professionals. Strap on your lab goggles and join us for an adventure into the invisible, yet extraordinary world of chemistry. Are you ready to dive in?
Terms: Win | Units: 2
Instructors: Brennan, M. (PI) ; Nguyen, T. (PI)

CHEM 100: Chemical Laboratory and Safety Skills

This is a short in-lab course that is only held in the second week of the Autumn quarter. It provides training in basic chemical laboratory procedures and chemical safety to fulfill the safety training requirement for CHEM 121 and more advanced laboratory courses. The following topics are covered: Reading and Understanding Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Exploring Hazards and Risks, Waste Management, Basic Purification (TLC, Extraction, Filtration, etc.) and Analysis Techniques. Successful completion of all course components required for credit. Prerequisite: introductory organic chemistry.
Terms: Aut | Units: 1
Instructors: Wu, Y. (PI)

CHEM 121: Understanding the Natural and Unnatural World through Chemistry

Students enrolled in this course will appreciate the transformative power of molecular science on the modern world and how foundational knowledge of chemistry enables profound discoveries in biological, pharmaceutical, agrochemical, engineering, energy, and materials science research. This course integrates the lessons of CHEM 31 and CHEM 33 through an examination of the structure-function properties of carbon-based molecules. Specific emphasis is given to the chemistry of carbonyl- and amine-derived compounds, polyfunctionalized molecules, reaction kinetics and thermodynamics, mechanistic arrow-pushing, and retrosynthetic analysis. Students will be empowered with a conceptual understanding of chemical reactivity, physical organic chemistry, and the logic of chemical synthesis. The singular nature of molecular design and synthesis to make available functional molecules and materials will be revealed. A three-hour lab section provides hands on experience with modern chemical methods for preparative and analytical chemistry. Prerequisite CHEM 33 or co-requisite CHEM 100.
Terms: Aut, Spr, Sum | Units: 5 | UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci

CHEM 123: Organic Polyfunctional Compounds

From molecular medicine to molecular anthropology and all sciences in between, chemistry and more generally the molecular sciences are driven by one's understanding of structure and how structure relates to properties, reactivities (mechanisms) and one's ability to design and make molecules of functional value (e.g., materials, diagnostics, imaging agents and medicinal leads). This course will focus on reaction science including reactive intermediates (anions, cations, radicals, carbenes, etc) and pericyclic reactions involving no intermediates and how reaction science figures in the innovative design, synthesis and evaluation of molecules of scientific and societal value. Guest lectures and student presentations will also be included.
Terms: Aut | Units: 3 | UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci
Instructors: Wender, P. (PI) ; McAteer, O. (TA)

CHEM 124: Organic Chemistry Laboratory

This is a laboratory course that serves as a stepping stone toward independent research in organic chemistry. Through several 1-2 step syntheses, this course trains students on basic organic laboratory techniques on purification of products, including extraction, distillation, recrystallization, thin layer chromatography, and column chromatography, as well as characterization of product structures using IR, GC-MS, and NMR spectroscopy. This course reviews MS, IR, and 1H and 13C NMR spectroscopy knowledge from Chem 33 and 121 with an emphasis on the practical interpretation of spectra, so that students can become independent in using these techniques to identify the purity and structures of organic compounds.Prerequisite: Chem 121. Corequisite: Chem 123.
Terms: Aut | Units: 3 | UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci
Instructors: Liu, X. (PI)

CHEM 126: Synthesis Laboratory

This is a laboratory course that will provide a true experience of what it is like to perform research in synthetic organic chemistry. Emphasis will be on proper reaction setup, reaction monitoring, and complete characterization of final products using chromatographic and spectroscopic methods. Students will be utilizing modern electronic notebooks to prepare for and document their experiments. Concludes with an individual synthesis project. Prerequisites: Chem 124.
Terms: Win | Units: 3 | UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci
Instructors: Waymouth, R. (PI) ; Hourani, R. (TA) ; Zhou, E. (TA)

CHEM 131: Instrumental Analysis Principles and Practice

The core objectives of the course will focus upon introducing and providing hands-on practice with analytical separation, spectroscopic identification, and calibrated quantification with strong technical communication (for the Writing-in-the-Major requirement) emphasized throughout the course. Lectures will focus on theory, and laboratory activities will provide hands-on practice with the GC, LC, XPS, ICP, MS, and UV/Vis instruments. Data analysis will be emphasized throughout the course with Python being the primary tool for plotting and computations. Statistical measurements will be introduced to gauge the quality and validity of data. Lectures will be three times a week with a required four-hour laboratory section. The course should be completed prior to CHEM courses 174,176, or 184. Prerequisite: CHEM 33 or CHEM 100; and CS 106A.
Terms: Spr | Units: 5 | UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci, WAY-AQR, WAY-SMA
Instructors: Liu, F. (PI) ; Liu, X. (PI)
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