Building Blocks

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

2-[Benzyl(methyl)ao]propanoic acid is a glycine analogue that has been synthesized and characterized. It is an α-amino acid with the chemical formula C5H11NO2. The molecule has a chiral carbon atom at the center of the propanoic acid group and contains two asymmetric carbon atoms on the benzene ring, which enable it to exist in two stereoisomers. The compound has been shown to exhibit interligand interactions with copper as well as stereoselectivity in its interactions with l-amino acids. 2-[Benzyl(methyl)ao]propanoic acid also exhibits dichroism spectra, which are unique to these types of molecules.

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

1-(2-Methylpyridin-3-yl)ethanone is a ketone that can be synthesized using the reaction of methyl sulfone, benzyl sulfone, and sulphone. It has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis and has been used as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). 1-(2-Methylpyridin-3-yl)ethanone has also been shown to have analgesic effects in mice. This synthetic compound may be useful in treating inflammation, pain, and fever.

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

5-Ethenyl-2-methoxyphenol is a volatile compound that has been isolated from the bark of the cinnamon tree. It has shown anticancer activities "in vitro" and "in vivo". 5-Ethenyl-2-methoxyphenol has been shown to be demethylated by cytochrome P450 enzymes, which may result in its antitumor activity. This active compound can also be detected in postharvested fruit and vegetables as well as processed foods such as apple juice, tomato sauce, and dried fruits. 5-Ethenyl-2-methoxyphenol is responsible for the characteristic flavor of cinnamon, so it is often used as a flavoring agent in food processing.

Acetic acid, dibromo-, ethyl ester is a reactive molecule that can be used as a nucleophilic substituent. It has hydroxyl group and ruthenium complex. It is a particle that can be used in the production of monoclonal antibodies. Acetic acid, dibromo-, ethyl ester also has viscosity and polycarboxylic acid. This chemical reacts with β-unsaturated ketones to form polymerization initiator. Acetic acid, dibromo-, ethyl ester also has carbonyl group and monoclonal antibodies. Acetic acid, dibromo-, ethyl ester can be conjugated with ethyl bromoacetate to produce conjugates.

2-[(3-Nitrophenyl)formamido]acetic acid (2NPA) is a modifying agent that has been used in the modification of carboxyl groups. It can react with nucleophiles to form adducts and with carbodiimides to form ureas. 2NPA reacts with amino acids, peptides, and other nitrogenous compounds at their carboxyl groups to form ester or amide bonds. The nature of the residues after modification varies depending on the nature of the carboxyl group that was modified.

4-(2-Methylphenyl)-3-thiosemicarbazide is a crystalline solid that belongs to the group of benzoic acid derivatives. It has an orthorhombic crystal structure, with a yellow color. The crystals are measured at room temperature, and it has an atomic weight of 197.11 g/mol. 4-(2-Methylphenyl)-3-thiosemicarbazide is stable in air and in solution, but decomposes at temperatures above 250°C. This compound has been studied by using X-ray diffraction measurements and Bruker parameters. Its isotropic radiation is recorded at the following wavelength: 1.5418 Å (1).

Tris(hydroxymethyl)propane is a diphenyl ether that has been shown to have an electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) spectrum in the human serum that is similar to those of other known antioxidants. Tris(hydroxymethyl)propane has been shown to protect against light-induced damage in human skin cells, and it also has radiation protective effects. Tris(hydroxymethyl)propane has also been shown to interact with trimethylolpropane, which is another antioxidant, and this interaction may affect the effectiveness of each agent. Tris(hydroxymethyl)propane inhibits lipid peroxidation by inhibiting the oxidation of fatty acids and hydroxyl groups on proteins.

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold