Green Chemistry

The principles of green chemistry provide a foundation for the evaluation and design of new chemical products and processes that minimize negative impacts on human health and the environment. In this course, offered to M2 students in the Master’s program in Biomolecular Chemistry (BM), Track 2 (O2), we will cover the basic principles and concepts of green chemistry, as well as their applications in the field of unconventional activation methods and the use of alternative solvents in organic synthesis.

Hourly Volumes*:

CM: 9:00 a.m.

Field: 11 h

The objective of this course unit is to deepen and broaden students’ theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of green chemistry, with a particular focus on activation methods and alternative media. Upon completion of this course unit, students will be able to: 1- carry out an organic synthesis process while taking into account the principles of green chemistry; 2- to use unconventional activation methods in organic chemistry; 3- to adapt their synthesis strategy by using alternative solvents (water) or performing solvent-free reactions; 4- to use sonochemistry and mechanochemistry equipment.

Organic Chemistry (M1 Level)

Knowledge of the basic principles of green chemistry and activation techniques in green chemistry.

1.5-hour written final exam

Course:

1. The 12 Principles of Green Chemistry and Units of Measurement ( review, bibliographic resources posted on Moodle + 1.5 hours); Case studies and industrial applications in drug development
2. Organic Sonochemistry and Mechanochemistry ( 4.5 hours):

• Mechanochemistry applied to the synthesis of biomolecules and pharmaceutical active ingredients;
• Organic sonochemistry: synthesis of high-value-added molecules;

1. Organic Synthesis Strategies in Non-Conventional Media (3 hours)

• Chemistry in Water;
• Phase-transfer catalysis;

Lab (11H): Partner work, preparation of biomolecules using sonochemistry and mechanochemistry

Teaching Staff :

Jean-Yves Winum

jean-yves.winum@umontpellier.fr

Evelina Colacino

evelina.colacino@umontpellier.fr

Administrative contact(s):

Master's in Chemistry Office

https://master-chimie.edu.umontpellier.fr/