Agostic bonds in cyclometalation

Cyclometalation reactions proceed very easily with one step reaction between metal compounds and substrates having a heteroatom such as O, S, N, P and As. However, under mild reaction conditions, many agostic compounds which are intermediates in these cyclometalation reactions, can be isolated. The metal compounds used for the formation of these agostic intermediates are both transition metal and main group metal compounds. The substrates are nitrogen-containing compounds, phosphorus-containing compounds, oxygen-containing compounds and sulfur-containing compounds. These agostic intermediates are mainly δ-C-H agostic compounds, some are γ-C-H agostic compounds and very few are ?-C-H-agostic compounds. The agostic intermediates are prepared, usually, under mild reaction conditions in the cyclometalation reaction. These agostic compounds are also prepared from cyclometalation reaction products, e.g., by the protonation, irradiation, and elimination of ligand molecules by vacuum, inert gas current, dehydration with a molecular sieves 4A, etc. Some agostic compounds are utilized for preparation of stable catalysts, e.g., hydrogenation catalysts.     

Comparative study of carbon nanotubes and C(60) fullerenes as pseudostationary phases in electrokinetic chromatography

The use of carbon nanostructures in different modalities is a topic of growing interest. This article provides a systematic comparison of surfactant-coated single-wall carbon nanotubes, multi-wall carbon nanotubes and C(60) fullerenes as pseudostationary phases (PSPs) in electrokinetic chromatography. The differences on the electrophoretic behaviour as a function of the pseudostationary phase for phenolic compounds, triazines and nitroimidazole derivatives have been explored. Phenolic compounds, triazines and nitroimidazole derivatives has been selected as model compounds of aromatic compounds, pi-exceeding heteroaromatic compounds and pi-deficient heteroaromatic compounds, respectively. Resolution was also evaluated on the basis of the differences in the electrophoretic behaviour and in this sense the best PSP for each group of compounds can be proposed.     

白石湖煤液化粗油加氢精制过程硫、氮化合物转化规律

采用实沸点蒸馏仪对白石湖煤液化油进行馏分切割,切取<170℃液化粗油进行加氢精制脱除其中硫、氮化合物,采用硫化学发光气相色谱仪（GC-SCD）、氮化学发光气相色谱仪（GC-NCD）对液化粗油和精制油中硫、氮化合物进行分析表征,研究加氢精制过程硫、氮化合物的转化规律。结果表明,液化粗油中含硫化合物主要是噻吩类化合物和硫醇,经过加氢精制后基本消失,苯并噻酚类化合物脱除比例要低于噻吩类化合物,属于较难脱除含硫化合物。液化粗油中含氮化合物主要是苯胺类化合物,其次是吲哚类化合物,经过加氢精制吲哚类化合物全被脱除,苯胺和喹啉类化合物属于碱性含氮化合物,是精制油中残留的主要含氮化合物,含量达1.61 mg/kg。     

Dinitroso and polynitroso compounds

The growing interest in the chemistry of C-nitroso compounds (RN=O; R = alkyl or aryl group) is due in part to the recognition of their participation in various metabolic processes of nitrogen-containing compounds. C-Nitroso compounds have a rich organic chemistry in their own right, displaying interesting intra- and intermolecular dimerization processes and addition reactions with unsaturated compounds. In addition, they have a fascinating coordination chemistry. While most of the attention has been directed towards C-nitroso compounds containing a single -NO moiety, there is an emerging area of research dealing with dinitroso and polynitroso compounds. In this critical review, we present and discuss the synthetic routes and properties of these relatively unexplored dinitroso and polynitroso compounds, and suggest areas of further development involving these compounds. (126 references.).     

GC FPD method for the simultaneous speciation of butyltin and phenyltin compounds in waters

A method is described for the simultaneous determination of nanogram amounts of mono-, di- and tri-butyltin compounds in water. The procedure is based on the conversion of tin compounds to volatile species by Grignard pentylation and analysis using GC with flame photometric detection (GC FPD). The ionic compounds are extracted from diluted acidified (HBr) aqueous solutions by using a pentane-tropolone solution. The extracted organotin compounds are pentylated by a Grignard reagent and purified on a Fluorisil column before analysis by GC FPD. The detection limits are 20 ng dm^?3 for butyltin compounds and 50 ng dm^?3 for phenyltin compounds. Recoveries from spiking experiments in tap-water and natural seawater matrices, in which no organotin compounds were detected, were greater than 90% for most of the alkyltin compounds.     

含氧、氮、硫杂螺环结构的光致变色化合物研究进展

有机螺环光致变色化合物具有较好的化学稳定性、光敏性和抗光疲劳性, 可应用于光过滤器及光学记录存储. 为了获得性能优良的螺环光致变色化合物, 新的设计合成一直是该领域研究的热点. 总结了对含氧、氮、硫杂螺环结构的光致变色化合物的研究进展, 描述了螺环化合物的结构特征和部分化合物的合成过程, 展望了螺环光致变色化合物的发展前景.     

A fast clustering algorithm for analyzing highly similar compounds of very large libraries

As a result of the recent developments of high-throughput screening in drug discovery, the number of available screening compounds has been growing rapidly. Chemical vendors provide millions of compounds; however, these compounds are highly redundant. Clustering analysis, a technique that groups similar compounds into families, can be used to analyze such redundancy. Many available clustering methods focus on accurate classification of compounds; they are slow and are not suitable for very large compound libraries. Here is described a fast clustering method based on an incremental clustering algorithm and the 2D fingerprints of compounds. This method can cluster a very large data set with millions of compounds in hours on a single computer. A program implemented with this method, called cd-hit-fp, is available from http://chemspace.org.     

Data shaving: a focused screening approach

The number of compounds available for evaluation as part of the drug discovery process continues to increase. These compounds may exist physically or be stored electronically allowing screening by either actual or virtual means. This growing number of compounds has generated an increasing need for effective strategies to direct screening efforts. Initial efforts toward this goal led to the development of methods to select diverse sets of compounds for screening, methods to cluster actives into related groups of compounds, and tools to select compounds similar to actives of interest for further screening. In this work we extend these earlier efforts to exploit information about inactive compounds to help make rational decisions about which sets of compounds to include as part of a continuing screening campaign, or as part of a focused follow-up effort. This method uses the information from inactive compounds to "shave" off or deprioritize compounds similar to inactives from further consideration. This methodology can be used in two ways: first, to provide a rational means of deciding when sufficient compounds containing certain structural features have been tested and second as a tool to enhance similarity searching around known actives. Similarity searching is improved by deprioritizing compounds predicted to be inactive, due to the presence of structural features associated with inactivity.     

Synthesis,Chemistry and Applications of Heterocyclic Cage Compounds (V)

The synthesis and chemistry of polycyclic cage compounds have attracted considerable attention in recent years.¹ The vast majority of the work reported in this area has dealt with caybocyclic cage compounds. On the other hand, the synthesis and chemistry of heterocyclic cage compounds have received less attention. Recently, we have accomplished the synthesis of a series of oxa-cage compounds and performed the chemical transformations of these oxa-cage compounds.² As part of a program that involves the synthesis,chemistry and applications of heterocyclic cage compounds we report here the synthesis of heterocyclic cage compounds 1-12. We also wish to report the applications of compounds 7-12 on the π-facial selectivities. Studies on the cation-binding properties of compounds 1 and 2 and other oxa-cages are undertaken.     

Visualization and interpretation of high content screening data

High content screening is a method for identifying small molecule modulators of mammalian cell biology. The nature of the experiment generates an enormous amount of data in the form of photographic images of cells after treatment with compounds of interest. The interpretation of data from these experiments is challenging both in terms of automatically perceiving the images, extracting, and understanding differences between screened compounds and visualizing the results. This paper discusses the application of statistical and visual methods that have been used to interpret data from a simplified DNA stain (DAPI) screen to quickly identify compounds of interest. An understanding of the mechanism of action of the screened compounds can be obtained by comparing them to control compounds of known mechanism of action. Statistical and visual methods will be shown that facilitate easy comparison of screened compounds against these control compounds. As an example, a subset of the internal repository at ArQule was screened, together with control compounds that were known to induce characteristic mitotic arrest. Subsequent data processing described in this paper permitted the easy identification of compounds that were similar to (and very different from) the control compounds.     

MDGC–MS: A powerful tool for enantioselective flavor analysis

This paper reports the differentiation between the enantiomers of theaspiranes and theaspirones, potent flavor compounds widely used in the flavor industry. Optically pure reference compounds of isomeric theaspiranes were obtained by enantioselective synthesis. Enantiomerically pure reference theaspirones were isolated from quince fruit; their absolute stereochemistry was assigned by CD spectroscopy. For both types of compounds the order of elution was elucidated by using authentic reference compounds. These data enabled the determination of the enantiomeric distribution of both types of compounds in a variety of plant tissues. Because of the complexity of the natural flavor isolates, compounds were identified by mass spectrometry after multidimensional gas chromatography employing a Sichromat 2 double oven chromatograph. After separation of the target compounds on the first, achiral, column (DB-5), they were transferred to a chiral column (C-Dex B) for determination of the enantiomeric distribution. Multiple ion detection (MID) enabled the determination of the enantiomeric distribution even for complex mixtures containing the target compounds at extremely low levels.     

Synthesis, Chemistry, and Applications of Heterocyclic Cage Compounds (V)

The synthesis and chemistry of polycyclic of cage compounds have attracted considerable attention in recent years. The vast majority of the work reported in this area has dealt with carbocylic cage compounds. On the other hand, the synthesis and chemistry of heterocyclic cage compounds have received less attention. Recently, we envisioned that studies on the synthesis and chemistry of heterocyclic cage compounds can greatly expand the scopes and utilities of cage compounds.1 As part of a program that involves the synthesis, chemistry, and application of heterocyclic cage compounds, we report here the synthesis of new thia-oxa-cage compounds and the chemical nature of these thia-cages.     

Aromatic liquid crystals with a trifluoromethyl group in the terminal chain for use in nematic LC mixtures

A new class of compounds suitable for LCD applications has have synthesized, incorporating a trifluoromethyl group in the terminal alkoxy or alkenyloxy chain. These compounds fulfil many of the specifications for use in TN-LCDs. Compounds containing several aromatic rings were synthesized with a view to producing compounds of high birefringence. This aspect also included the synthesis of compounds containing a carbon-carbon triple bond. Materials with three phenyl rings were also prepared in an attempt to produce nematic liquid crystals with a high clearing point and a high birefringence. Molecules containing a lateral fluoro substituent were synthesized in order to generate a high positive value of the dielectric anisotropy, a low melting point and no smectic mesophases. A series of compounds incorporating a carbon-carbon double bond was prepared in an attempt to produce compounds with a high nematic clearing point and a high birefringence.     

A Narrative Review of the Current Knowledge on Fruit Active Aroma Using Gas Chromatography-Olfactometry (GC-O) Analysis

Fruit aroma, a mixture of chemical compounds with odor, is a strong attractant derived from a complex mixture of different amounts and intensities (threshold) of chemical compounds found in fruits. The odor-producing compounds of fruit aroma are derived from carbohydrates, lipids, phenolic compounds, and mono- and sesquiterpenes, among others. The identification of compounds responsible for fruit aroma is usually conducted using gas chromatography coupled with olfactometry (GC-O). This technique separates the chemical compounds from the aroma of foods using a chromatographic column and divides the resultant outflow between the physical detector and a testing outlet (sniffing port). Trained judges describe the perceived odor in terms of the intensity of the odor zones perceived according to their training method. Moreover, the use of GC-O coupled with a mass detector (GC-MS-O) allows for the retrieval of chemical information such as identification and quantification of compounds, which can be correlated to sensory information. This review aimed to demonstrate the application of GC-MS-O in the identification of precursor compounds in fruit aroma, considering important factors for the application, main results, and most recent advances in this field.     

Phenazines and cancer

Phenazines are a large group of natural and synthesised nitrogen-containing heterocycles, including more than 100 different compounds of natural origin and over 6000 synthetic compounds. Many of these compounds have been investigated as potential anti-cancer agents. Despite a large number of research publications, no recent attempt to summarise and critically evaluate the experimental findings relating to the anti-cancer activity of this class of compounds has been made. The present review fills this gap in the literature and discusses both natural and synthetic phenazines with a critical focus on in vitro, in vivo and available clinical anti-cancer activities of these compounds.     

Adsorbed compounds on pine needle surfaces for the environmental monitoring of uranium

In order to examine the feasibility of the adsorbed compounds on the pine needles for environmental monitoring of uranium, the adsorbed compounds were recovered by solvent washing, and the elemental concentrations in the compounds were compared with those of air particles and pine needles. It was found, that the concentration patterns of elements in the compounds corresponded to those of air particles, which meant that the air particles were the main components of the compounds. The analysis by ICP-MS suggested that the uranium in the compounds has a natural composition. Therefore, the adsorbed compounds to the pine needles can be considered as potential indicators for the environmental monitoring of uranium.     

Aromatic liquid crystals with a trifluoromethyl group in the terminal chain for use in nematic LC mixtures

A new class of compounds suitable for LCD applications has have synthesized, incorporating a trifluoromethyl group in the terminal alkoxy or alkenyloxy chain. These compounds fulfil many of the specifications for use in TN-LCDs. Compounds containing several aromatic rings were synthesized with a view to producing compounds of high birefringence. This aspect also included the synthesis of compounds containing a carbon-carbon triple bond. Materials with three phenyl rings were also prepared in an attempt to produce nematic liquid crystals with a high clearing point and a high birefringence. Molecules containing a lateral fluoro substituent were synthesized in order to generate a high positive value of the dielectric anisotropy, a low melting point and no smectic mesophases. A series of compounds incorporating a carbon-carbon double bond was prepared in an attempt to produce compounds with a high nematic clearing point and a high birefringence.     

Review: Separation and Pharmacology of Chiral Compounds in Traditional Chinese Medicine

More than 60% commonly used pharmaceutical active ingredients are chiral compounds. Developing more effective and safe chiral compounds has become a focus in the pharmaceutical industry. Chiral compounds widely exist in traditional Chinese medicine and include alkaloids, flavonoids, volatile oils, and amino acids. The characterization of chiral compounds used in traditional Chinese medicine remains limited. Here, the characterization of chiral compounds commonly used in traditional Chinese medicine is reviewed focusing upon their separation and pharmacology.     

A Photoenzymatic Strategy for Radical-Mediated Stereoselective Hydroalkylation with Diazo Compounds

Carbene insertion reactions initiated with diazo compounds have been widely used to develop unnatural enzymatic reactions. However, alternative functionalization of diazo compounds in enzymatic processes has been unexploited. Herein, we describe a photoenzymatic strategy for radical-mediated stereoselective hydroalkylation with diazo compounds. This method generates carbon-centered radicals through an ene reductase catalyzed photoinduced electron transfer process from diazo compounds, enabling the synthesis of γ-stereogenic carbonyl compounds in good yields and stereoselectivities. This study further expands the possible reaction patterns in photo-biocatalysis and offers a new approach to solving the selectivity challenges of radical-mediated reactions.     

Synthesis of Some Novel Pyrazole‐Substituted 9‐Anilinoacridine Derivatives and Evaluation for their Antioxidant and Cytotoxic Activities

This article focuses on the synthesis of new series of pyrazole‐substituted 9‐anilinoacridine derivatives 5a – m and 6a – l . The compounds were confirmed by physical and analytical data. The synthesized compounds when screened for in vitro antioxidant activity showed promising activity for many compounds. The selected compounds were screened for cytotoxic activity showed promising inhibition of HEp‐2 cell line for the compounds 6c , 6e , and 6f .