Optical properties of dibenzo[d,d']thieno[3,2-b;4,5-b']dithiophene monocrystals: the effect of intermolecular interactions

The polarized UV-visible absorption spectra of dibenzo[d,d']thieno[3,2-b;4,5-b']dithiophene single crystals are reported and interpreted to definitively attribute the observed bands and their polarizations. The results provide information on the intermolecular interactions and on the aggregation in the condensed phase, which can be of either herringbone- or H-type, depending on the electronic transition taken into considerations, with consequences on the order and polarization of the absorption bands. A relatively easy method is also discussed to obtain information on the structural/morphological properties of different types of samples, including thin films, which have been recently proposed for high-performance organic film-effect transistors for their high ionization potential and photostability.     

Synthesis, spectroscopic characterization and X-ray structure of [1,2a]benzimidazol-2-yl amidine

[1,2a]Benzimidazol-2-yl amidine was synthesized by adding cyclopentanamine to iminoester in ethanol. The structure of amidine 1 was characterized by IR, 1H NMR, 1H-1H NOESY, 13C NMR, DEPT, XHCOR spectra, thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), differential thermal analysis (DTA), differential scanning calorimetry thermograms (DSC), elementary analysis as well as by X-ray diffraction. The single crystals suitable for X-ray measurement were obtained by recrystallization at room temperature. The amidine group of a model was found to have Z configuration in the crystal. This compound crystallizes in a P2(1)/n monoclinic unit cell with parameters a=12.679(2) ?, b=8.468(3) ?, c=13.108(2) ?, β=96.538(2)°, V=1398.2 ?3 and Z=4.     

A simple dot-blot–Sirius red-based assay for collagen quantification

The assessment of collagen content in tissues is important in biomedical research, since this protein is altered in numerous diseases. Hydroxyproline and Sirius red based assays are the most common methods for collagen quantification. However, these procedures have some pitfalls, such as the requirement of oxygen-free medium or expensive equipment and large sample size or being unsuitable for hydrolyzed collagen, respectively. Our objective was to develop a specific, versatile, and user-friendly quantitative method applicable to small tissue samples and extracts obtained from elastin purification, therefore, suitable for simultaneous quantification of elastin. This method is based on the binding of Sirius red to collagen present in a sample immobilized on a PVDF membrane, as in the dot-blot technique, and quantified by a scanner and image analysis software. Sample loading, Sirius red concentration, temperature and incubation time, type of standard substance, albumin interference, and quantification time are optimized. The method enabled the quantification of (1) intact collagen in several rat tissue homogenates, including small resistance-sized arteries, (2) partially hydrolyzed collagen obtained from NaOH extracts, compatible with elastin purification, and (3) for the detection of differences in collagen content between hypertensive and normotensive rats. We conclude that the developed technique can be widely used since it is versatile (quantifies intact and hydrolyzed collagen), requires small sample volumes, is user-friendly (low-cost, easy to use, minimum toxic materials, and reduced time of test), and is specific (minimal interference with serum albumin).

ChemInform Abstract: G2(MP2) Molecular Orbital Study of [H3AlXH3]‐ (X: C,Si, and Ge) and H3AlYH3 (Y: N,P, and As) Complexes.

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