Derek Rineberg Chem430 F16

Chemistry/Biochemistry Research 430

Fall 2016

Derek Rineberg

Senior Biochemistry Major

Research Times

M/W 2-4 pm

section 01 = 0.25 credit = 4 hours per week.

section 02 = 0.25 credit = 4 hours per week.

Proposed Research Project

General Information

Advisor: Dr. Michael Prinsell

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Proposal

The purpose of this study is to attain a greater understanding of the chemical properties of the α- and β-acid standards prepared from hops. Motivation for pursuing this research originated on the research contained in Preparation of α- and β-acid Standards from Hops, which was carried out by Andrea E. Gasow, Chris J. Knutson, Dr. Bradley E. Sturgeon, and Dr. Michael R. Prinsell. Prior to Andrea Gasgow's research, no method had been established for the preparation of α- and β-acid standards from Hops. My goal is to duplicate this method for the preparative separation of α- and β-acid standards from Hops, only in larger concentrations, so that a more in depth chemical analysis can be carried out on each of the standards. Utilizing the preparative method for separation α- and β-acid standards from hops, I intend on attaining a greater understanding of the chemical properties these acids individually.

Instruments to be used

Flash Chromatography, High Pressure Liquid Chromatography, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance

Research pledge

I, Derek Rineberg, have read the Chem/Bioc 430 course syllabus and understand the general structure and expectations of the research program. The above material was prepared after consultation, and in conjunction with my research advisor.