Research

The research in the Xi group will bridge synthetic organic chemistry, catalysis, polymer science, organometallics, and computational chemistry to solve challenging problems in synthesis, health, energy, and sustainability.

  • Catalysis

    We aim to invent unconventional strategies to build and modify small organic molecules using transition-metal, organo, and photoredox catalysis.

  • Polymers

    We are developing methods to synthesize macromolecules with precise control of composition, sequence, stereochemistry, and architecture for energy applications.

  • Sustainability

    We are designing new recyclable materials directly from existing, undegradable plastics and are expanding the catalytic toolbox for upcycling of these plastics.