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Versatile small molecule scaffold

4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl mercaptan is a chemical that has been used as an additive to organic solar cells. It has been shown to improve the performance of these devices by reducing interfacial recombination and increasing electron mobility. This chemical also has semiconducting properties, which have been demonstrated by its ability to be translated in an electron microscope. In addition, 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl mercaptan interacts with many solvents, such as chloroform and dichloromethane, leading to changes in their properties.

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

N-(3-Cyanophenyl)acetamide is a hydrogen-bonding molecule that has been detected in the gas phase. It has also been observed to interact with water, forming hydrogen bonding interactions and solvatochromism. The equilibrium of N-(3-cyanophenyl)acetamide can be shifted by changing the solvent conditions and pH. This molecule has three conformations when it is in the gaseous phase, including a planar conformation. In addition, N-(3-cyanophenyl)acetamide can be used as a probe for determining hydrogen bonding interactions and conformations due to its ability to form hydrogen bonds with other molecules.

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

1-(4-Chlorophenyl)-1H-imidazole-2(3H)-thione is a crystalline solid that belongs to the class of imidazoles. It has been synthesized by reacting 1,2-dibromoethane with sodium methoxide in methanol. The compound was found to have a melting point of about 183°C and a molecular weight of 212.06 g/mol. This compound has been shown to interact with methanol, methoxide, and ethoxy groups. Crystallization occurs when the substance is heated to about 183°C in vacuum and then cooled slowly.

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

2-(Methylsulfonyl)-1H-benzo[d]imidazole (MSBI) is a relatively new class of catalysts that can be used to promote the oxidation of alcohols. The catalytic system consists of copper, iodides, and MSBI. The first step in the catalytic cycle is the formation of a complex between MSBI and copper. This complex reacts with an alcohol to give a more reactive species, which then oxidizes iodide to iodine. The iodide is reduced back to iodide by hydrogen peroxide generated from the reaction with water. The spectrum of MSBI shows peaks at 1706 cm-1 and 1684 cm-1 due to its methyl groups, while the peak at 1202 cm-1 corresponds to the stretching vibration in the imidazole ring. Experimental results show that MSBI has a low density and high theoretical activity.

3,4-Dihydro-2H-1-benzopyran-7-ol is a monomer that is used to synthesize medicines. It has the formula CH3COCH=CH(OH)CH3 and belongs to the group of flavonoids. 3,4-Dihydro-2H-1-benzopyran-7-ol has acidic properties, which are due to its isoflavones. It can be used as an acid catalyst in organic synthesis reactions and is a reaction product of chloropropane. 3,4-Dihydro-2H-1-benzopyran-7-ol also has high yield and can act as a bioisostere for other compounds such as chromene.