Catalysis and Integrated Research Group
Developing new transition metal-catalyzed reactions and conducting integrated research of chemistry and plant science
Group Director
Mikiko Sodeoka D.Pharm.
- 1986
- Research Associate, Hokkaido University
- 1989
- D.Pharm., Chiba University
- 1992
- Research Associate, University of Tokyo
- 1996
- Vice Chief Scientist/Chief Scientist, Sagami Chemical Research Center
- 1999
- Associate Professor, University of Tokyo
- 2000
- Professor, Tohoku University
- 2004
- Chief Scientist, Synthetic Organic Chemistry Laboratory, RIKEN
- 2013
- Group Director, Catalysis and Integrated Research Group, RIKEN Center for Sustainable Resource Science (-current)
- 2022
- Deputy Director, RIKEN Center for Sustainable Resource Science
- 2022
- Division Director, Technology Platform Division, RIKEN Center for Sustainable Resource Science
- 2025
- Director, RIKEN Center for Sustainable Resource Science (-current)
| Main Research Fields : | Chemistry |
|---|---|
| Related Research Fields : | Biological Sciences / Medicine, Dentistry & Pharmacy |
| Keywords : | bioactive molecule / catalytic reaction / fluorine-containing molecule |
| Strategic Program : | Material Circulation and Catalysts  |
Outline
Our group focuses on developing new transition metal-catalyzed reactions, and on conducting integrated plant science and chemistry research with emphasis on sustainable resource science. In particular, we aim to develop transition metal-catalyzed asymmetric carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions, reactions utilizing molecular oxygen, and reactions for the synthesis of fluorine-containing molecules. In addition, we further examine the functions of our original catalytic reaction products. Furthermore, this group will also contribute to enhancing collaboration between plant/microbiology research and chemical research activities inside CSRS through development of new modulators of plants and microorganisms and elucidation of their action mechanisms.Subjects
- Development of catalytic fluoroalkylations
- Development of asymmetric carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions
- Utilization of O2 for oxidation reactions
- Computational analysis of transition metal-catalyzed reactions
- Development of new probe molecules and their application to biological research
CONTACT
sodeoka [at] riken.jp
WakoAccess
2-1 Hirosawa, Wako, Saitama 351-0198 Japan
#S601 6F Chemistry and Materials Physics Building
