Facile syntheses of isotope-labeled chiral octahydroindole-2-carboxylic acid and its <Emphasis Type="Italic">N</Emphasis>-methyl analog

We have synthesized deuterium and carbon-14 labeled enantiomerically pure octahydroindole-2-carboxylic acid (PD0140417), N-methyl octahydroindole-2-carboxylic acid (PD0348183) and their racemic analogs (PD0108405 and PD0338055). [ring-U-¹⁴C]PD0140417 was prepared from [ring-U-¹⁴C]benzoic acid in a seven-step synthesis in 6.2% overall radiochemical yield. [¹⁴C]PD0348183 was prepared from [¹⁴C]BaCO₃ in a five-step synthesis in 16% radiochemical yield. Additionally, [D]PD0108405 and [D]PD0338055 were synthesized by direct platinum-catalyzed hydrogenation with deuterium gas.     

Optimization of yield in kinetically controlled synthesis of ampicillin with immobilized penicillin acylase in organic media

Immobilized penicillin acylase is a moderately priced versatile enzyme, that is able to catalyze the synthesis of derived penicillins and cephalosporins from the corresponding β-lactam nuclei and proper side-chain precursors. Kinetically controlled synthesis is a better strategy when product yield is a key issue. Yield should increase at reduced water activity by depressing the competing hydrolytic reactions in favor of synthesis; therefore, organic cosolvents can be a suitable reaction media for synthesis. Using response surface methodology and product yield as objective function, temperature and pH were optimized in the kinetically controlled synthesis of ampicillin using previously screened cosolvents and reaction conditions. Optimum pH was 6.0 for ethylene glycol (EG) and glycerol (GL) and 6.6 for 1–2 propanediol (PD); optimum temperature was 30°C for GL and for EG and PD was in the lower extreme of the range studied, optimum lying below 26°C. Maximum molar yields predicted by the model were 58,51, and 46% for EG, GL, and PD, respectively, which were experimentally validated. Highest yield in aqueous buffer was always <40%. Molar yields about 60% compare favorably with values reported for the kinetically and thermodynamically controlled synthesis of ampicillin and other derived penicillins.     

Improved Experimental Procedure for the Synthesis of the Potent MEK Inhibitor PD184352

An improved synthesis of the potent MEK inhibitor PD184352 (2-(2-Chloro-4-iodo-phenylamino)-N-cyclopropylmethoxy-3,4-difluoro-benzamide)) is herein reported. This new and reproducible protocol provides a simple and efficient way of generating gram quantities of PD184352 with minimal purification.     

Impact of synthesis methods on nanosized silver modified titania photocatalysts

This work reports the synthesis and studies on photocatalytic activity of a material based on titanium oxide doped with silver. Two kinds of Ag-deposited TiO₂ were synthesized via soft chemical reduction (SCR) and photodeposition (PD) methods. The structure, composition and chemical properties of the obtained products were investigated by X-ray diffraction, UV-vis diffuse reflectance spectroscopy, photoluminescence spectra and Fourier transformation infrared spectroscopy techniques. The photocatalytic oxidation activity in a course of removal and destruction of organic compounds such as methyl orange dye using Ag/TiO₂ hybrid material was studied. The results suggest that SCR synthesized Ag/TiO₂ exhibited better photocatalytic performance that that obtained by PD method. The relationship between the synthesis method and photocatalytic activity of synthesized Ag/TiO₂ was analyzed with a focus on the plasmonic photocatalysis of silver. When compared to PD method, the SCR produced more homogeneous and smaller silver particles with a better dispersion than photodeposition that results in a relative increase of material activity in the photocatalytic degradation of dye pollutant.     

Novel proresolving aspirin-triggered DHA pathway

Endogenous mechanisms in the resolution of acute inflammation are of interest because excessive inflammation underlies many pathologic abnormalities. We report an aspirin-triggered DHA metabolome that biosynthesizes a potent product in inflammatory exudates and human leukocytes, namely aspirin-triggered Neuroprotectin D1/Protectin D1 [AT-(NPD1/PD1)]. The complete stereochemistry of AT-(NPD1/PD1) proved to be 10R,17R-dihydroxydocosa-4Z,7Z,11E,13E,15Z,19Z-hexaenoic acid. The chirality of hydroxyl groups and geometry of the conjugated triene system essential for bioactivity were established by matching biological materials with stereochemically pure isomers prepared by organic synthesis. AT-(NPD1/PD1) reduced neutrophil (PMN) recruitment in murine peritonitis in a dose-dependent fashion whereby neither a Δ(15)-trans-isomer nor DHA was effective. With human cells, AT-(NPD1/PD1) decreased transendothelial PMN migration as well as enhanced efferocytosis of apoptotic human PMN by macrophages. These results indicate that AT-(NPD1/PD1) is a potent anti-inflammatory proresolving molecule.     

Synthesis Of 2'-Amino-3'-Methoxyflavone (Pd 98059)

2'-Amino-3'-methoxyflavone selectively blocks the activity of MAP kinase kinase (MEK) by inhibiting the activation of MAP kinase. This paper reports a straightforward synthesis of PD 98059 and 2-fert-butyl-8-methoxy-l,4-dihydro-quinolin-4-one.     

Concise synthesis and anti-HIV activity of pyrimido[1,2-c][1,3]benzothiazin-6-imines and related tricyclic heterocycles

3,4-Dihydro-2H,6H-pyrimido[1,2-c][1,3]benzothiazin-6-imine (PD 404182) is a virucidal heterocyclic compound active against various viruses, including HCV, HIV, and simian immunodeficiency virus. Using facile synthetic approaches that we developed for the synthesis of pyrimido[1,2-c][1,3]benzothiazin-6-imines and related tricyclic derivatives, the parallel structural optimizations of the central 1,3-thiazin-2-imine core, the benzene part, and the cyclic amidine part of PD 404182 were investigated. Replacement of the 6-6-6 pyrimido[1,2-c][1,3]benzothiazin-6-imine framework with 5-6-6 or 6-6-5 derivatives led to a significant loss of anti-HIV activity, and introduction of a hydrophobic group at the 9- or 10-positions improved the potency. In addition, we demonstrated that the PD 404182 derivative exerts anti-HIV effects at an early stage of viral infection.     

Selective synthesis of mono-alkyldichlorosilanes via the reaction of olefins with dichlorosilane catalyzed by group VIII metal phosphine complexes

In the hydrosilylation of 1-hexene with dichlorosilane, many phosphine complexes of group VIII metals, Ni, Ru, Rh, PD and Pt, were found to be active catalysts, giving n-hexyldichlorosilane exclusively. Tris(triphenylphosphine)chlororhodium was found to be the most convenient and effective catalyst for the selective synthesis of mono-organodichlorosilanes.     

Asymmetric synthesis by vapor phase pyrolysis

The first vapor phase asymmetric synthesis was successfully carried out by FVP of a 2,4-pentanediol (PD)-tethered substrate carrying cyclohexene and diazo ester moieties at high temperature up to 400°C. The intramolecular [2+2] cycloaddition of the ketene was strictly stereocontrolled by the entropy term.     

Ionothermal Synthesis of Imide-Linked Covalent Organic Frameworks

Covalent organic frameworks (COFs) are an extensively studied class of porous materials, which distinguish themselves from other porous polymers in their crystallinity and high degree of modularity, enabling a wide range of applications. COFs are most commonly synthesized solvothermally, which is often a time-consuming process and restricted to well-soluble precursor molecules. Synthesis of polyimide-linked COFs (PI-COFs) is further complicated by the poor reversibility of the ring-closing reaction under solvothermal conditions. Herein, we report the ionothermal synthesis of crystalline and porous PI-COFs in zinc chloride and eutectic salt mixtures. This synthesis does not require soluble precursors and the reaction time is significantly reduced as compared to standard solvothermal synthesis methods. In addition to applying the synthesis to previously reported imide COFs, a new perylene-based COF was also synthesized, which could not be obtained by the classical solvothermal route. In situ high-temperature XRPD analysis hints to the formation of precursor–salt adducts as crystalline intermediates, which then react with each other to form the COF.     

Ionothermal Synthesis of Imide‐Linked Covalent Organic Frameworks

Covalent organic frameworks (COFs) are an extensively studied class of porous materials, which distinguish themselves from other porous polymers in their crystallinity and high degree of modularity, enabling a wide range of applications. COFs are most commonly synthesized solvothermally, which is often a time‐consuming process and restricted to well‐soluble precursor molecules. Synthesis of polyimide‐linked COFs (PI‐COFs) is further complicated by the poor reversibility of the ring‐closing reaction under solvothermal conditions. Herein, we report the ionothermal synthesis of crystalline and porous PI‐COFs in zinc chloride and eutectic salt mixtures. This synthesis does not require soluble precursors and the reaction time is significantly reduced as compared to standard solvothermal synthesis methods. In addition to applying the synthesis to previously reported imide COFs, a new perylene‐based COF was also synthesized, which could not be obtained by the classical solvothermal route. In situ high‐temperature XRPD analysis hints to the formation of precursor–salt adducts as crystalline intermediates, which then react with each other to form the COF.     

基于聚多巴胺的磁性纳米生物催化剂高效催化二氢杨梅素酰化

脂肪酶是一种三酰基甘油水解酶,目前广泛用于油脂化学、食品、有机合成和生物医药等领域.但是,游离脂肪酶在有机反应体系中容易失活,难以从反应体系中回收,导致其循环利用困难和生产成本增加.因此,需要对游离脂肪酶进行固定化,提高酶的稳定性和重复使用性,使其能够大规模用于工业生产.
　　磁性四氧化三铁纳米粒子(MNPs)具有其超顺磁性和大比表面积等性质,但MNPs需表面修饰才能进一步应用.近年来,仿生矿化法制备的聚多巴胺纳米材料受到人们关注.在仿生矿化过程中,单体多巴胺经自聚合作用后形成聚多巴胺,该反应活性高,能对各类有机和无机纳米材料进行表面修饰.而且,聚多巴胺表层中的活性基团能与含有氨基和巯基的生物大分子发生迈克尔加成或席夫碱反应,从而将生物大分子固定在材料表面.
　　本文利用聚多巴胺表面修饰MNPs,对所得聚多巴胺表面修饰的四氧化三铁纳米粒子(PD-MNPs)进行了结构表征.结果表明, PD-MNPs尺寸在14 nm左右.同时,成功将黑曲霉脂肪酶(ANL)固定在PD-MNPs上,结果显示在pH=8、固定化时间为12 h条件下,酶负载量为138 mg/g,酶活回收率达到83.6%,而且固定化酶的pH稳定性及热稳定性、储藏稳定性都优于游离酶.动力学研究表明,固定化酶Km值(63.2 mmol/L)低于游离酶(74.5 mmol/L),固定化酶的底物亲和性增强.进一步研究了固定化酶和游离酶在乙腈、二甲基亚砜、乙醇和[HMIm]BF4这四种溶剂中的溶剂耐受性,结果显示固定化酶的耐受性均强于游离酶.采用红外光谱对游离酶和固定化酶二级结构的分析表明,游离黑曲霉脂肪酶经固定化后,α-螺旋和β-折叠含量分别增加了0.84%和2.74%,使得固定化后α-螺旋和β-折叠中存在的氢键能够更好地保持酶结构刚性,避免因结构改变而引起酶失活,增强了固定化酶在溶剂中的耐受性.
　　二氢杨梅素是一种具有类黄酮结构的天然产物,具有抗氧化、抗菌、抗肿瘤和保护肝脏等作用,但其脂溶性很差,很难透过细胞膜被人体吸收.本课题组曾首次以乙酸乙烯酯为酰基供体,采用游离脂肪酶生物催化方法成功将二氢杨梅素酰化.本文考察了PD-MNPs固定化脂肪酶在二氢杨梅素酰化反应中的应用.结果表明,与游离酶相比,固定化酶在反应介质二甲基亚砜中的耐受性更强,反应48 h后其催化二氢杨梅素酰化的转化率接近80%,明显好于游离酶(69%).固定化酶催化二氢杨梅素酰化的最适底物摩尔比、温度和酶量分别为10：1(乙酸乙烯酯：二氢杨梅素)、45oC,和40 U.此外,固定化酶在外界磁场作用下能迅速从反应混合物中分离,从而可回收利用,在重复使用10次后,其活性仍保持在初始活性的55%以上,具有良好的工业应用前景.     

Cysteine/Penicillamine Ligation Independent of Terminal Steric Demands for Chemical Protein Synthesis

The chemical ligation of two unprotected peptides to generate a natural peptidic linkage specifically at the C‐ and N‐termini is a desirable goal in chemical protein synthesis but is challenging because it demands high reactivity and selectivity (chemo‐, regio‐, and stereoselectivity). We report an operationally simple and highly effective chemical peptide ligation involving the ligation of peptides with C‐terminal salicylaldehyde esters to peptides with N‐terminal cysteine/penicillamine. The notable features of this method include its tolerance of steric hinderance from the side groups on either ligating terminus, thereby allowing flexible disconnection at sites that are otherwise difficult to functionalize. In addition, this method can be expanded to selective desulfurization and one‐pot ligation‐desulfurization reactions. The effectiveness of this method was demonstrated by the synthesis of VISTA (216‐311), PD‐1 (192‐288) and Eglin C.     

Synthesis of aromatic hyperbranched PAMAM polymers

Our preliminary results towards the synthesis of hyperbranched polyamidoamine (PAMAM) polymers as ‘dendrimer equivalents’ is described. An aromatic AB₂ bis-amino acid monomer was polymerised at 165 °C (under vacuum) and the crude mixture purified by dialysis. Analysis by GPC and MALDI-TOF mass spectroscopy showed that the purified hyperbranched polymers possessed an M_n of 2000 and a PD of 3.2.     

A new sensitive reagent for identifying and determining Cu(2+)

The synthesis of the new long-chain saturated fatty hydrocarbon substituting group compound, N-undecyl-N'-(sodium p-aminobenzenesulfonate)-thiourea (UPT) is described. According to the studies on its analytical performance, it is found that this reagent can be used to identify Cu(2+)(PD 6.3) and determine microamounts of copper (epsilon(300.4 nm)=2.39x10(5) l mol(-1)cm(-1)) in aqueous solution. Both of their sensitivities and selectivity's are better than other common methods [1-3].These new methods are simple and convenient and can provide satisfactory results on samples.     

pH and temperature responsiveness in AgNPs stabilized by a new poly(vinylidene fluoride) random graft copolymer

Poly(vinylidene fluoride)(PVDF)‐graft‐random copolymers(PD) of diethyleneglycol methylether methacrylate(MeO₂MA) and dimethylaminoethyl methacrylate(DMAEMA) are synthesized by a combined atom transfer radical coupling and atom transfer radical polymerization technique at three different co‐monomer compositions. The molar ratio of MeO₂MA to DMAEMA in PD are measured to be 1:5.8, 1:1.3, and 1:0.5 for PD1, PD2, and PD3 graft copolymers. In PD2 the feed ratio and mole ratio are same indicating an azeotropic composition causing highest yield (89%) and highest molecular weight (9.29 × 10⁵). The grafted chains of PD are temperature and pH responsive and in basic pH they show a sudden increase in size above certain temperature for LCST‐type phase transition, however, this is not observed at pH 4 and 7. PD can generate AgNPs under UV irradiation and morphology of PD at 30 °C varies with pH from vesicle to nanosphere. The AgNPs lie on the surface of the vesicles or assemble with the PD chains forming nanosphere morphology. At different pH, PD samples exhibit plasmon peaks at different wavelengths attributed to various size, shapes and cluster formation. The UV–vis spectra of AgNPs stabilized by PD1 and PD2 samples exhibits similar LCST‐type phase transition as observed above, but that of PD3 does not show any such transition. © 2017 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J. Polym. Sci., Part A: Polym. Chem. 2017 , 55, 960–970     

Improved synthesis of the thiophenol precursor N-(4-chloro-3-mercaptophenyl)picolinamide for making the mGluR4 PET ligands

Recently [¹¹C]mG4P012 (previously [¹¹C]KALB012 and presently named as [¹¹C]PXT012253 by Prexton Therapeutics) had been used as a biomarker during the preclinical development of a potential therapeutic drug, PXT0002331 (an mGluR4 PAM), for PD and l-dopa-induced dyskinesia. [¹¹C]mG4P012 was shown to be a promising PET radioligand for mGluR4 in the monkey brain and for further development in human subjects. However, the previously reported multi-step synthesis of the thiophenol precursor suffered from low yields and difficult workup procedures. To support the translational research of [¹¹C]mG4P012 and the other potential applications, we have developed a new route for synthesis of the thiophenol precursor and optimized the reaction conditions. The synthesis of N-(4-chloro-3-mercaptophenyl)picolinamide from 1-chloro-4-nitrobenzene has been greatly improved from 8% to 52% total yield with easy handling and in gram scales.     

Spectroelectrochemical studies of poly-o-phenylenediamine Part 2. In situ UV—vis subtractive reflectance spectroscopy

In our previous paper, the phenazine-like structure of the poly-o-phenylenediamine (PoPD) and its three steady redox states have been revealed mainly by using in situ resonance Raman spectroscopy. It has also been shown that the semi-oxidized state of PoPD is the most stable state of PoPD, while the totally-oxidized state of PoPD is chemically unstable and can exist only at certain electrode potentials. In the present work, the more detailed reaction mechanism of a PoPD film in strong acid solution has been studied by using in situ UV—vis substractive reflectance spectroscopy. The semi-oxidized state and the totally-oxidized state of PoPD have electronic absorption bands around 300 nm, 430 nm, 500 nm and 300 nm, 450 nm, 530 nm, 735 nm respectively in the in situ steady state UV—vis subtractive reflectance spectra with respect to the reduced state of PoPD, which verifies once again that three redox states of PoPD exist in the redox process of PoPD. Moreover, the relative intensity between two oxidized states of PoPD at the maximum absorption wavelength (λ_max) reveals that only about one third of the semi-oxidized state of PoPD can be oxidized to the totally-oxidized state of PoPD. The in situ resonance Raman spectra and the cyclic voltammograms of PoPD display the same quantitative relationship. New absorption bands were observed in the in situ time-resolved UV—vis subtractive reflectance spectra with appropriate time resolutions, which illustrate the dynamic structure changes of PoPD in its redox process. These intermediate states of PoPD are more unstable than its three redox states.     

具有不同取代基的吡唑啉衍生物的光致发光和电致发光

在合成两种具有不同取代基的吡唑啉衍生物PD1和PD2的基础上,研究了不同取代基效应对其光致发光和电致发光性质的影响.结果表明甲氧基取代的化合物PD2较N,N-二甲氨基取代的化合物PD1具有更高的荧光量子产率.而在作为有机电致发光器件的掺杂染料,当其器件结构为ITO/TPD/TPBI:2% PD/TP-BI/Mg:Ag时,PD1掺杂染料却有着较PD2更高的电致发光效率.当器件的电流密度为420 mA/cm²时,掺杂染料为PD1的器件在487 nm处发射蓝光,其发光亮度为1224 cd/m².