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Masha Elkin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Her research focuses on the Elkin Group, which combines catalyst development and natural products synthesis with machine learning to address important chemical challenges. The group aims to develop new transition metal catalysts that enable efficient bond disconnections, allowing access to value-added compounds. Additionally, they leverage transformations in the synthesis of highly bioactive natural products targeting significant human health needs. Elkin employs computational tools and machine learning techniques to navigate chemical space, accelerating reaction discovery and leading to creative and impactful solutions for modern chemical challenges.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Cambridge, MA
Conducting research in synthetic organic chemistry with a focus on catalyst development and natural products.