<br/>Although the history of mechanochemistry goes back centuries, with the rapid growth of articles about it, it is becoming clear that this once obscure discipline is becoming increasingly mainstream. There are many reasons for this, some are interested in improved laboratory safety as well as simpler, cheaper reaction procedures that allow for more efficient use of research time resulting in increased productivity. Many of the fundamental principles that govern this technique are still absent from the literature , especially with respect to organic synthesis.  We recently developed capabilities for performing organic mechanochemical reactions under a variety of unique conditions.  This approach offers an opportunity for strengthening the fundamental understanding of the energetics in mechanochemical systems especially for stereoselective reactions.  What we have learned over years is that many of the fundamental rules that govern solution-based reactions also govern mechanochemical reactions.  During this presentation, we will unlock some of the secrets of mechanochemical processes, to have a better understanding of when these reactions behave similar to traditional solution-based reactions and when they are wildly different.

Understanding that mechanochemistry is just chemistry

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ACS Fall 2022

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