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Understanding how new chiral centers form and controlling the spatial arrangement of atoms is essential for success in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry. By mastering the foundational concepts of stereoisomerism and reaction control, you will gain the ability to analyze reaction mechanisms and predict stereoselective, stereospecific, and enantioselective results with confidence. What you'll learn: * Learn the fundamental definitions of chirality, enantiomers, diastereomers, and meso compounds. * Apply Cahn-Ingold-Prelog (CIP) rules for assigning R/S configuration and E/Z geometry consistently. * Understand the difference between stereospecific, stereoselective, and enantioselective reactions in synthesis. * Analyze common reaction types, such as additions and eliminations, and the factors influencing their stereochemical preference. * Practice predicting major and minor products using foundational transition state models for selective reactions. * Master how temperature, solvents, and catalysts influence stereochemical control in practical settings. The course begins with necessary terminology and nomenclature, progresses through various types of stereoisomerism and conformational analysis, and culminates in the practical application of these rules to predict the outcomes of challenging organic reactions. This course is designed for absolute beginners in organic chemistry or students needing a robust review of stereochemical principles. No prior experience with advanced synthetic methods is required. Start reading now to build a strong foundation in stereoselectivity.