Dr Jamie Docherty
Lecturer in ChemistryResearch Overview
We are a research group dedicated to advancing the fields of photochemistry, catalysis, and small-molecule libraries. Our research centres on harnessing the synergistic effects of transition metal catalysts in tandem with photochemical reactions. This innovative combination facilitates the synthesis of structurally complex products that are energetically uphill of starting materials. These complex molecules are characterised by their unique three-dimensional structures, endowing them with distinct and selective binding capabilities to various biological targets. Our multidisciplinary approach integrates fundamental principles with state-of-the-art techniques, aiming to shape the future of sustainable and efficient chemical processes.
Research Group Website: Dochertylab.co.uk
Current Teaching
CHEM102/b - Organic Structure
CHEM203 - Strategies for Chemical Synthesis
CHEM371 - Advanced Chemistry Practical
Profile
ORCID: orcid.org/0000-0001-5584-7530
PhD Supervision Interests
If no funded positions are available, Jamie is happy to receive applications from talented and motivated students, who are either applying as self-funded students or seeking external funding to support postgraduate study. If you are looking to apply for external funding, please contact Jamie by email – in advance of the closing date for the appropriate scheme – sending your CV and a covering letter detailing why you would like to join the group. Assistance will be provided in the preparation of applications for external funding.
Elements of Success: Building Confidence in Chemistry
Other
SCI Young Chemists' Panel - Undergraduate Research Symposium and Careers Fair
Participation in conference - Academic
Aspirin Masterclass - Outreach Event
Participation in workshop, seminar, course
Synthetic Innovation in Strained Heterocycles and DNA-Encoded Libraries
Oral presentation
Aspirin masterclass - Outreach event
Participation in workshop, seminar, course
Your Future With Chemistry
Oral presentation
PhD Viva
Examination
Chemistry Subject Talk
Oral presentation
Chemistry Subject Talk
Oral presentation
Lancaster Chemistry Academia-Industry Symposium
Symposium
Dearomative functionalisation
Oral presentation
Chemistry Subject Talk
Oral presentation
Chemistry Subject Talk
Oral presentation
Aspirin Masterclass - Outreach Event
Participation in workshop, seminar, course
Aspirin Masterclass - Outreach Event
Participation in workshop, seminar, course
Aspirin Masterclass - Outreach event
Participation in workshop, seminar, course
PhD Viva
Examination
Launch event for the MChem (with Industrial Placement) degree at Lancaster University
Other
- Chemical Synthesis
- Organic Research Group