Dr. Steve Ley

Professor

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Biography

Professor Steve Ley is a prominent chemist specializing in the development of new synthesis methods for biologically important molecules. With extensive experience in total synthesis of natural products, his notable achievements include the total synthesis of spongistatin 1, an anti-mitotic agent, rapamycin, an immunosuppressant, thapsigargin, an inhibitor of SERCA pumps, azadirachtin, an insect antifeedant, and bengazole, a fungicide. In addition to his work on natural product synthesis, Professor Ley has pioneered flow chemistry and machine-assisted synthesis, contributing significantly to modern chemical methodologies. As the director of the Ley Group, he actively leads research endeavors in these areas to advance synthesis techniques within the field of chemistry.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

2000-01-01 — Present

Ley Group • Cambridge

Leading research in synthesis of biologically important molecules.

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.