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Thomas Back is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Calgary, specializing in synthetic organic chemistry. He received his B.S. in Chemistry in 1968, followed by an M.S. in Chemistry in 1971 and a Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry in 1974, all from McGill University. His research focuses on the synthesis of biologically interesting target molecules, including steroidal enzyme inhibitors and azasteroids with anticancer activity. His work also involves antibiotics and antiviral agents, such as virantmycin, and explores novel analogues with custom-tailored properties through molecular modeling. Additionally, he has developed new synthetic methodologies based on organosulfur and selenium compounds. His teaching expertise encompasses organic chemistry, particularly at the introductory graduate level, with a special emphasis on organic synthesis.
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