Understanding the chemistry of high valent metals stands to open the door to a new realm of chemical transformations. Unfortunately, a relative lack of research into chemical processes using high valent metals has led to a dearth of information in comparison to processes involving low valent metals. Recently, our group has set about developing new tools for the development of high valent metal-based catalysts. Specifically, development of the ligand donor parameter (LDP) stands to uncover a wealth of information involving high valent metal-ligand interactions. In the following chapters the application of LDP in chromium-, titanium-, and uranium-based systems will be discussed. These studies have led to better perception of metal-ligand bonds, improved understanding of titanium-based catalysis, and discovery of exciting new uranium complexes.
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