Organic chemistry is the branch of chemistry that deals with the study of carbon-containing compounds. These compounds, which often include elements like hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, sulfur, and phosphorus, form the basis of life and are found in everything from fuels and plastics to medicines and food. Organic chemistry explores the structure, properties, composition, reactions, and synthesis of these compounds, playing a crucial role in developing new drugs, understanding biological processes, and creating materials for modern technology. Its wide-reaching applications make it a fundamental discipline in both science and industry. In Umeå the research is currently covering bioorganic chemistry, chemical biology, medicinal chemistry, computational chemistry and method development in organic synthesis.
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