ORCID
https://orcid.org/0009-0000-0643-5230
Date of Award
Spring 2025
Language
English
Embargo Period
4-30-2025
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
College/School/Department
Department of Chemistry
Program
Chemistry
First Advisor
Ting Wang
Committee Members
Jia Sheng, Michael Yeung, Ken Halvorsen
Keywords
Photochemistry, RNA chemistry
Subject Categories
Organic Chemistry
Abstract
This dissertation is structured into two principal segments. The initial segment elucidates a series of synthetic works involving artificial molecules, specifically featuring the photosensitive azobenzene. These molecules facilitate remote control over the structure and functionality of biomolecules, with subsequent applications in regulating biological processes. The latter segment concentrates on the design and enhancement of organic photocatalysts, utilizing traditional acridine ions as a foundation. This section details the development of diverse organic photocatalyst-promoted processes, including photo Lewis acid catalysis, photo Brønsted acid catalysis, and photoredox reactions.
License
This work is licensed under the University at Albany Standard Author Agreement.
Recommended Citation
Li, Juncheng, "Light-Driven Chemistry: Photoswitch in RNA Activity Control and Development of Photoredox Catalysis" (2025). Electronic Theses & Dissertations (2024 - present). 217.
https://scholarsarchive.library.albany.edu/etd/217
