1. Molecule in Review Name (Group) Synthesis Literacy Group Date Columbia University Chemistry Title SAMPLE

2. Format (suggested) Total Synthesis –Brief history of molecule (isolation and discovery) and/or biological activity –Comparative syntheses (only most significant ones) First synthesis, improvements thereafter, etc. Key steps –Critical evaluation of syntheses? Methodology –Brief history of molecule (discovery, design, historical perspective, seminal literature, etc) –Uses in synthesis –Whatever else seems appropriate Mechanism problem (optional) Last Name 2 - CU Synthesis Lit Group - Title

3. Presentation Guidelines Presentation basics –Presentations should be 30-45 minutes –Redraw molecules and tables, if possible –Try to stick to basic format for homogeneity –Color scheme is up to you (please stick with white background) –Make sure molecules are large and bold enough to read Misc –Email Teresa or Adel with your topics no later than a week before your presentation! –Remember to fill out evaluations of presentations online! –Remember your week for snacks and keep receipts! –Have fun!! Last Name 3 - CU Synthesis Lit Group - Title

4. Suggested molecule formats Last Name 4 - CU Synthesis Lit Group - Title Example formats for molecules: Feel free to use your own molecule formats! (JACS format)