Homogeneous Transition-Metal Catalysis and Reaction Development

The research in the Søren Kramer Group focuses on developing novel chemical reactions catalyzed by homogeneous transition-metal complexes. We combine photocatalysis, C–H functionalization, and enantioselective catalysis to create new transformations that are relevant for medicinal chemistry. A central goal is to enhance sustainability and streamline synthetic routes to pharmaceutical candidates, while gaining mechanistic understanding of the reactions. The group is part of the Homogenous Catalysis unit of Organic Chemistry.

Research

Our research activities include the development of new chemical transformations and detailed mechanistic studies. Recent contributions feature photoinduced copper-catalyzed enantioselective allylic C(sp³)−H oxygenation, as well as enantioselective intermolecular radical amidation and amination of benzylic C−H bonds via dual copper and photocatalysis. Across all projects, the group integrates reaction design, experimental optimization, and mechanistic insight to advance both fundamental catalysis and practical applications in drug discovery and sustainable synthesis.

Vacancies

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Group members