Building Blocks

2,2'-Dithiodianiline is a redox-active molecule with a redox potential of -0.08 V. It has been shown to inhibit the polymerase chain reaction by binding to DNA and inhibiting the enzyme DNA polymerase. 2,2'-Dithiodianiline is a potent inhibitor of bacterial growth in vitro, and has been shown to be cytotoxic in vivo. 2,2'-Dithiodianiline inhibits the growth of resistant mutants that are resistant to other antibiotics such as penicillin and ampicillin. This compound binds to molybdenum at an optimum concentration of 0.5 mM and coordinates through electrostatic interactions with the molybdenum atom. Structural analysis reveals that 2,2'-dithiodianiline forms hydrogen bonds with adenine residues in DNA and interacts with guanine residues in RNA through π-π stacking interactions. This interaction prevents transcription by blocking the binding

3,5-Dihydroxybenzaldehyde (DHBA) is a plant metabolite that is classified as a phenolic compound. It is found in many plants and has important biological functions such as the production of carotenoids or the cleavage of carotenoid to form other compounds. DHBA can be extracted from plant tissue with hydrochloric acid or carbon sources. It has been shown that DHBA inhibits the growth of soil bacteria by binding to amines and thus preventing them from reacting with substrates. This may be due to its ability to act as an electron donor, which could also explain its inhibitory activity on carotenoid cleavage.

Versatile small molecule scaffold

4-Imidazole methyl carboxylate is a drug that inhibits the activity of dehydrogenases and other enzymes. It has been shown to be an inhibitor of the enzyme catalase in vitro and in vivo, which may be due to its ability to bind bidentately with the active site. 4-Imidazole methyl carboxylate is effective when administered orally, and it has been shown to improve symptoms of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease. This drug also has a trifunctional chemical structure that contains a macrocyclic ring system with an imidazole group and a carboxylic acid group. The redox potential of this molecule makes it suitable for use as an antioxidant.

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Diethyl Acetylphosphonate is a synthetic chemical that is used in the production of ethyl esters, which are used as intermediates for the production of epoxides. It has shown to be a bidentate ligand and reacts with primary amines. Diethyl Acetylphosphonate can be made by reacting phosphorus pentachloride with ethyl acetate and hydrochloric acid. The reaction mechanism is similar to that of other organophosphorus compounds, in which a phosphine oxide intermediate reacts with an organic halide. Diethyl Acetylphosphonate has shown to be effective in detergent compositions and triethyl orthoformate, as well as alkanoic acid.

(Chloromethyl)cyclohexane is a synthase gene that is responsible for synthesizing the enzyme chloromethyl cyclohexane, which is used as a solid catalyst. The synthesis of (chloromethyl)cyclohexane from phenyl groups and liquid crystal composition has been demonstrated using expression plasmids and active oxygen. The compound inhibits inflammatory diseases by preventing the production of arachidonic acid, which is an inflammatory agent. This compound also inhibits the production of prostaglandins, which are involved in the release of histamine from mast cells. Pharmaceutical preparations that contain this compound are primarily used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory diseases.

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

6-Bromohexanoic acid methyl ester is a linker that can be used in the synthesis of amides. This compound is synthesized by reaction between 2-bromobutyric acid and malonic acid, followed by hydrolysis with sodium hydroxide. 6-Bromohexanoic acid methyl ester is an efficient method for the preparation of amides. It is biologically active and has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties in biological studies.

4-(2-Bromoethyl)morpholine hydrobromide is a solvent that is used as an agent in the production of other chemicals. It is a colorless, crystalline solid with a constant melting point of 130 to 131 degrees Celsius. 4-(2-Bromoethyl)morpholine hydrobromide is soluble in acetone, ethanol, ether, and water. This chemical has been shown to be toxic and should be handled with care.

4-Chloro-8-quinolinol is a quinoline derivative that has been shown to have pharmacological effects. It is used in the synthesis of other compounds, such as 5-chloro-8-hydroxyquinoline, which is used in the treatment of cancer. 4-Chloro-8-quinolinol can also be prepared by oxidizing 5,6,7,8 tetrachloroquinoline with chlorine and ammonia. The photophysical properties of this compound are analogous to those of benzothiazole derivatives. The fluorescence emission spectrum ranges from 360 nm to 450 nm with a maximum at 390 nm and emission intensity at 350 nm. This compound exhibits fungitoxicity against Penicillium notatum and Aspergillus fumigatus.

Phentolamine is a synthetic mesylate that is used as an antihypertensive agent, and for the treatment of Raynaud's syndrome and pheochromocytoma. Phentolamine is also used to prevent frostbite and to treat various types of shock. Phentolamine blocks alpha-2-adrenergic receptors, thereby decreasing sympathetic nerve impulses to the heart, blood vessels, kidneys, and other organs. This drug also acts as a histamine antagonist by blocking H1-receptors on vascular smooth muscle cells. Phentolamine has been shown to have no significant effects on 5-hydroxytryptamine (5HT) release in vitro or in vivo.