Kuangjie Liu (Peter)

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
Department Chemie
Butenandtstrasse 5-13
Haus F, Raum 3.065
D-81377 München

Tel.: +49 89 218077730


E-Mail: Kuangjie.Liu[at]cup.uni-muenchen.de

 

Hello! I’m Kuangjie Liu, also known as Peter, a dedicated PhD student in the Zipse group. My research passion lies in the fields of organic synthesis and computational chemistry, where I explore the properties of baicalein and modified cytosine bases.

In my research, I combine experimental studies with computational predictions using Density Functional Theory (DFT) calculations. This dual approach allows me to investigate the behavior and properties of synthesized compounds comprehensively. Specifically, I focus on:

    1. Baicalein Studies: Investigating the redox properties and reaction mechanisms of baicalein, a bioactive flavonoid with significant potential in medicinal chemistry.
    2. Modified Cytosine Bases: Exploring the behavior of modified 5-methylcytosine bases, including their deamination and redox properties, to understand their implications in biological systems.

Outside the lab, I’m a passionate gamer, often found strategizing in the world of League of Legends. My enthusiasm for both science and gaming drives me to seek new discoveries, whether in the realm of chemistry or on the virtual battlefield.

Join me on this exciting journey where scientific inquiry meets adventure. Feel free to reach out or follow my latest updates :)

Publications

 

  1. S. S. Ashirbaev, N. F. Bras, P. Frei, K. Liu, S. Moser, H. Zipse, "Redox-Mediated Amination of Pyrogallol-Based Polyphenols" Chem. Eur. J. 2023, 29, e202303783. [DOI: 10.1002/chem.202303783]