Transition Metal ComplexesExplains the 18 Valence Electron rule for stability in transition metal complexes and the common ligands' electron contributions.
Stability of ComplexesExplores the concept of 18 valence electrons and the stability of metal-ligand complexes.
Organometallic ReactionsCovers main organometallic reactions and factors driving them, with exercises predicting reaction products.
Catalysis: HydrogenationCovers the topic of catalysis, focusing on the process of hydrogenation and the advantages of using soluble catalysts.
Carbenes and CarbynesCovers carbenes and carbynes, including their definitions, preparation, structure, bonding, and applications in catalysis.
Hydrogen Transfer MechanismExplores hydrogen transfer mechanisms, key intermediates, green chemistry principles, and chiral hydrogenation.