Theoretical and synthetic approaches to the photochemistry of annulated tropones
Thesis
(1983). Theoretical and synthetic approaches to the photochemistry of annulated tropones

The syntheses of 5H-cyclohepta[b]pyrIdin-5-one, 9H-cyclo- hepta[b]pyridine-9-one, 5H-cyclohepta[c]pyridin-5-one and 9H-cyclo hepta[c]pyridin-9-one are reported.
The photolysis of these compounds and 4H-cyclohepta[b]furan -4-one are reported together... Read More about Theoretical and synthetic approaches to the photochemistry of annulated tropones.

The preparation and complexing properties of isocyanide-functionalized polymers
Thesis
Csorba, J. (1988). The preparation and complexing properties of isocyanide-functionalized polymers

This thesis is concerned with the synthesis of an isocyanide- functionalized polymer support and an investigation of the metal complexing properties of the resin produced.
The synthesis of two functionalized monomers, p-vinylbenzylformamide and m/p-... Read More about The preparation and complexing properties of isocyanide-functionalized polymers.

The deactivation of singlet molecular oxygen in the gaseous phase
Thesis
Richards, D. S. (1985). The deactivation of singlet molecular oxygen in the gaseous phase

N.M.R. studies of the protonation of pyrimidines
Thesis
Swetnam, S. P. (1985). N.M.R. studies of the protonation of pyrimidines

The reactions of trivalent phosphorus compounds with electrophilic acetylenes
Thesis
Caesar, J. C. (1986). The reactions of trivalent phosphorus compounds with electrophilic acetylenes

This thesis is concerned with the investigation of the reactions of some trivalent phosphorus compounds with electrophilic acetylenes, and in particular dimethyl acetylenedicarboxylate.
These studies have involved extensive use of nuclear magnetic r... Read More about The reactions of trivalent phosphorus compounds with electrophilic acetylenes.

The determination of excess thermodynamic functions of binary liquid mixtures
Thesis
Sibanda, V. S. (1986). The determination of excess thermodynamic functions of binary liquid mixtures

The work involved the determination of excess thermodynamic functions of binary liquid mixtures by experimental and theoretical means. Experimentally, excess Gibbs functions(GE), and excess volumes(VE) were determined. The theoretical work involved t... Read More about The determination of excess thermodynamic functions of binary liquid mixtures.

Chemical investigations of insect exocrine glands
Thesis
Fadl Ali, M. (1978). Chemical investigations of insect exocrine glands

The trail-following component of the trail pheromone of Pheldole pallidal a has been identified as a 3-ethy1-2,5-dimethylpyraz1ne. It is present in minor but not major workers. Another component which acts as primer appears to be required but it has... Read More about Chemical investigations of insect exocrine glands.

Kinetic studies of polyene exchange and substitution in low valent octahedral metal complexes
Thesis
Ashford, N. F. (1987). Kinetic studies of polyene exchange and substitution in low valent octahedral metal complexes

The kinetics of polyene exchange and substitution in (polyene)Cr(CO)3 complexes has been investigated. The exchange reaction involving displacement of complexed polyene for free polyene (Chapter 2) has shown two competing rate determining pathways to... Read More about Kinetic studies of polyene exchange and substitution in low valent octahedral metal complexes.

High and low temperature studies of nitrogen atoms and singlet molecular oxygen
Thesis
Billington, A. P. (1987). High and low temperature studies of nitrogen atoms and singlet molecular oxygen

Polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane based precursors as linkers for porous materials
Thesis
Smith, G. (2016). Polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane based precursors as linkers for porous materials

Within this thesis, the organic synthesis and characterisation of various polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane (POSS) based compounds has been explored. The target POSS based compounds studied have been chosen because of their eight functionalised or... Read More about Polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane based precursors as linkers for porous materials.

Computer modelling of optical materials for laser applications: rare earth doping in YLiF4 and BaMgF4
Thesis
(2014). Computer modelling of optical materials for laser applications: rare earth doping in YLiF4 and BaMgF4

Synthetic approaches to 9-azasteroids
Thesis
(1968). Synthetic approaches to 9-azasteroids

An account is given of total syntheses of azasteroids, syntheses of 4-piperidones, and also syntheses of 2-quinolizidones.
l,2,3,4,5,6-Hexahydro-3-oxo-4aH-benzo[c]quinolizine was prepared and methylation shown to occur in the 2-position which was o... Read More about Synthetic approaches to 9-azasteroids.

Synthesis and stereochemistry of some 9,10-dihydroanthracenes
Thesis
(1968). Synthesis and stereochemistry of some 9,10-dihydroanthracenes

The geometry of the 9,10-dihydroanthracene system is discussed, leading to an explanation of the relevance of conformational analysis for 9,10-dihydroanthracene derivatives. Synthetic routes to 9,10-dialkyl- 9,10-dihydroanthracene-9,10-diols are revi... Read More about Synthesis and stereochemistry of some 9,10-dihydroanthracenes.

X-ray studies of some sulphur-containing organic compounds
Thesis
(1968). X-ray studies of some sulphur-containing organic compounds

The stereoselective Pictet-Spengler reaction and studies towards the total synthesis of ajmaline
Thesis
(2013). The stereoselective Pictet-Spengler reaction and studies towards the total synthesis of ajmaline

Due to their extensive and important medicinal properties, the indole alkaloids are an important class of natural products. A key step towards the total synthesis of indole alkaloids is the diastereoselective Pictet-Spengler reaction, which has enabl... Read More about The stereoselective Pictet-Spengler reaction and studies towards the total synthesis of ajmaline.

Steam reforming of methane over alumina supported nickel catalysts: Influence of calcination temperature, gold doping and sulfur addition
Thesis
catalysts: Influence of calcination temperature, gold doping and sulfur addition

Alumina supported nickel and gold-doped nickel catalysts have been investigated for their use as hydrocarbon steam reforming catalysts. The influence of calcination temperature during preparation has been investigated using a variety of techniques in... Read More about Steam reforming of methane over alumina supported nickel catalysts: Influence of calcination temperature, gold doping and sulfur addition.

Catalytic behaviour of nickel-based catalysts operating on simulated biogas: optimisation through oxygen addition, temperature variation and catalyst modification
Thesis
temperature variation and catalyst modification

The use of catalytic systems operating on waste products such as biogas offers a potentially attractive alternative for renewable and sustainable energy generation. To investigate the potential viability of such catalytic systems for operation on bio... Read More about Catalytic behaviour of nickel-based catalysts operating on simulated biogas: optimisation through oxygen addition, temperature variation and catalyst modification.

Analysis of cuticular hydrocarbons in forensically important blowflies using mass spectrometry and its application in Post Mortem Interval estimations
Thesis
(2013). Analysis of cuticular hydrocarbons in forensically important blowflies using mass spectrometry and its application in Post Mortem Interval estimations

Forensic entomology relies on accurate identification of forensically important blowflies to species level, preceded by ageing the Calliphorid specimens present on a cadaver to determine the post-mortem interval (PMI). The task of identifying blowfli... Read More about Analysis of cuticular hydrocarbons in forensically important blowflies using mass spectrometry and its application in Post Mortem Interval estimations.

Catalytic reforming of biogas using nickel based perovskite materials
Thesis
Evans, S. E. (2017). Catalytic reforming of biogas using nickel based perovskite materials

The utilisation of biogas as an energy source or as a feed stock for the chemical industry would help to lower the present wasteful and environmentally unfriendly venting of greenhouse gases to the atmosphere. One obstacle to this becoming a reality... Read More about Catalytic reforming of biogas using nickel based perovskite materials.

Synthesis and properties of amino quinolizinium salts
Thesis
Hough, T. L. (1967). Synthesis and properties of amino quinolizinium salts