Numerical Solution of Large Scale Sparse Matrix Equations in Python

The M.E.S.S. software suite for solving large scale matrix equations and related problems is the successor of the obsolete LyaPack MATLAB® toolbox. The software suite consists of a new MATLAB toolbox and a separate C library C-M.E.S.S. which works independent from MATLAB. Due to the fact that many scientists use Python with NumPy and SciPy for their computations, we want to provide the key algorithms of M.E.S.S. there as well. In this paper, we describe and compare two possible approaches for the implementation, with special focus on their multicore performance. (© 2014 Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim)     

International Guidelines for Bioanalytical Method Validation: A Comparison and Discussion on Current Scenario

US FDA released guidelines for bioanalytical method validation in 2001 and it became the basis for guidelines such as ANVISA and EMA. Even though there is a general agreement between these guidelines in terms of evaluation of validation parameters, significant diversity exists with respect to methodology employed. Present review compares and summarizes the regulatory guidelines issued by US FDA, ANVISA and EMA for bioanalytical method validation. This review also discusses evaluation of certain validation parameters such as matrix effect, incurred sample reanalysis, various stability aspects, effect of anticoagulant counter ions, specificity in the presence of concomitant medications, and identification of pharmacokinetic repeats wherein specific guidance and general consensus amongst scientific community does not exist.     

Synthesis,characterization, structural elucidation and biological screening of some bis(diisobutyldithiophosphato)antimony(III) complexes

Abstract

Seven complexes of type [(C₄H₉ⁱ-O)₂PS₂]₂SbR have been synthesized by the reaction of chlorobis(diisobutyldithiophosphato)antimony(III) with mixed thio and/or oxo donor ligands in 1:1?M stoichiometry, where R?=?SC₆H₅, OOCC₆H₅, SCH₂COOH, SOCCH₃, OOCCH₃, SC₆H₄COOH and OOC(OH)C₆H₄. These newly synthesized derivatives have been characterized by different physicochemical (elemental analysis (C, H, S, Sb), melting point, molecular weight determination), spectral (UV, IR, NMR (¹H, ¹³C and ³¹P)) studies, as well as ESI mass, thermal, powder XRD and biological studies. In the final step of weight loss in thermogravimetric analysis, occurring in the range of 245–505?°C, the degradation of the C₆H₃CO moieties takes place and antimony sulfide (1/2?Sb₂S₃) is obtained as remaining material, which is useful in various aspects. Bonded to antimony the diisobutyldithiophosphato substituent behaves as an anisobidentate ligand, which is confirmed through spectral analysis. Powder XRD studies indicate that these compounds crystallize in a monoclinic crystal system with an unit cell volume of ～7074–7162 ų forming nano ranged (9.69–15.69?nm) crystallites. From the antimicrobial screening tests, bis(diisobutyldithiophosphato)antimony(III) thioglycolate (compound 3) has shown a maximum zone of inhibition (19?mm) against E. coli at 200?μg mL^?1 concentration.     

NSAID’s and selectively COX-2 inhibitors as potential chemoprotective agents against cancer: 1st Cancer Update

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs act by inhibiting cyclooxigenase enzyme in the plasma membrane predominantly. Nowadays many researchers have observed a great involvement of these anti-inflammatory drugs in the cure of different types of cancers. This review shows the role of cyclooxigenase inhibitors specifically type-2 in cure or prevention of different types of cancers.     

Device calibration impacts security of quantum key distribution

Characterizing the physical channel and calibrating the cryptosystem hardware are prerequisites for establishing a quantum channel for quantum key distribution (QKD). Moreover, an inappropriately implemented calibration routine can open a fatal security loophole. We propose and experimentally demonstrate a method to induce a large temporal detector efficiency mismatch in a commercial QKD system by deceiving a channel length calibration routine. We then devise an optimal and realistic strategy using faked states to break the security of the cryptosystem. A fix for this loophole is also suggested.     

Gold‐Catalyzed 1,2‐Diarylation of Alkenes

Herein, we disclose the gold‐catalyzed 1,2‐diarylation of alkenes through the interplay of ligand‐enabled Au^I/Au^III catalysis with the idiosyncratic π‐activation mode of gold complexes. Unlike the classical migratory‐insertion‐based approach to 1,2‐diarylation, the present approach not only circumvents the formation of direct Ar?Ar′ coupling and Heck‐type side products but more intriguingly demonstrates reactivity and selectivity complementary to those of previously known metal catalysis (Pd, Ni, or Cu). Detailed investigations to underpin the mechanistic scenario revealed oxidative addition of aryl iodides to an Au^I complex to be the rate‐limiting step owing to the non‐innocent nature of the aryl alkene.     

A Novel Procedure to Synthesize 3‐Chloro‐1‐(4a,10b‐diazaphenanthrene‐2‐yl)‐4‐phenyl Azetidin‐2‐ones and Exploration of Their Anti‐Inflammatory Activity

Some new derivatives of 3‐chloro‐1‐(4a,10b‐diazaphenanthrene‐2‐yl)‐4‐phenyl azetidin‐2‐one were synthesized through the reaction of N‐{4‐[phenyldiazenyl] phenyl}‐N‐[phenyl methylene] amine with 4‐[phenyldiazenyl] aniline. The resulting 3‐chloro‐4‐phenyl‐1‐{4‐[phenyldiazenyl] phenyl} azetidin‐2‐one intermediate in benzene was irradiated in a Pyrex vessel with 350 nm UV light in a photochemical reactor to give the desired derivatives (4a–j) . Structures of the new compounds were verified on the basis of spectral and elemental methods of analyses. Nine of the prepared compounds were tested for their anti‐inflammatory effects; most of these compounds showed potent and significant results compared with indomethacin.     

Synthesis and Antimicrobial Activity of Novel Thiazole Substituted Pyrazole Derivatives

A series of new 1‐[4‐(2,3,4‐substituted‐phenyl) thiazol‐2‐yl]‐3‐(2,3,4‐substituted‐phenyl)‐1H‐pyrazole‐4‐carbaldehyde ( 4a , 4b , 4c , 4d , 4e , 4f , 4g , 4h , 4i , 4j , 4k , 4l , 4m ), 4‐[4‐(4‐substituted‐phenyl) thiazol‐2‐yl]‐3‐(4‐substituted‐phenyl)‐1‐phenyl‐1H‐pyrazole ( 7a , 7b , 7c , 7d , 7e , 7f , 7g , 7h , 7i ), 4‐[4‐(4‐substituted phenyl)thiazol‐2‐yl]‐1‐phenyl‐1H‐pyrazol‐3‐amine ( 10a , 10b , 10c , 10d , 10e , 10f , 10g ) have been synthesized by using Vilsmeier Haack formylation and Hantzsch reaction in high yield. All the synthesized compounds were tested qualitative (Zone of inhibition) and quantitative antimicrobial activities (MIC). Most of the synthesized compounds showed potent antimicrobial activity against gram positive and gram negative bacteria as well as fungi species.