Our research efforts focus on elucidating the photochemistry and spectroscopy of organic species that are postulated to play a role in harsh environments (e.g. combustion, planetary atmospheres, interstellar space).  These environments contain a remarkable diversity of organic functionality, including reactive intermediates such as anions, radicals, and carbenes.  We have drawn on our knowledge of mechanistic and structural organic chemistry to identify chemically-significant targets for detection and characterization.  Many of these investigations are made possible through our ability to prepare specific chemical precursor molecules via synthetic organic chemistry.  I will present case studies that exemplify how modern physical-organic chemistry bridges the disciplines of organic chemistry and chemical physics.

Organic reactive intermediates   and the chemistry of harsh environments

243rd National Meeting (2012)

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