Synthesis,Docking, and Bioavailability of 2′‐Oxo‐3‐phenylspiro[cyclopropane‐1,3′‐indoline]‐2,2‐dicarbonitriles as Antibacterial Agents In Silico

An efficient method has been developed for the synthesis of N‐alkylated 2′‐oxo‐3‐phenylspiro[cyclopropane‐1,3′‐indoline]‐2,2‐dicarbonitrile from 3‐chloroindolin‐2‐one and 2‐benzylidenemalononitrile by using triethylamine as a base at room temperature and obtained the products in moderate to good yields. In extension, the scope of the reaction has been investigated by stepwise and one‐pot methods. Furthermore, in silico antibacterial activity was carried out in order to understand possible binding modes of novel derivatives with the active site of DNA gyrase A enzyme, and the results were well complemented. Additionally, absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion properties of compounds have shown drug likeness with good oral absorption and moderate blood–brain barrier permeability.     

An efficient and environmentally friendly DABCO catalyzed Henry reaction of isatins

An efficient and general method has been described for the synthesis of 3-hydroxy-3-(nitromethyl)indolin-2-one by the reaction of isatins with nitromethane/nitroethane in the presence of DABCO. The reaction is catalytic, very rapid, yields are very high and avoids the use of solvents for reaction. The protocol is applicable for substituted isatins as well as substituted nitroalkanes.