Building Blocks

Versatile small molecule scaffold

1-Bromo-1-methylcyclohexane is a monomolecular gas that is used as an intermediate in organic synthesis. It reacts with halides to form cyclopentyl derivatives. This reaction has been shown to be faster than the corresponding reaction of 1-bromocyclohexane with chlorides or bromides. The rate of this reaction may be due to the polarizability and conformational changes of the molecule upon substitution by a methyl group. 1-Bromo-1-methylcyclohexane is also an ionizing reagent, which means it can cause electrophilic reactions to occur on other molecules. It has been found that the solvent effect on this product can affect its reactivity, with solvents such as water having more of an effect than solvents such as benzene. 1-Bromo-1-methylcyclohexane has been shown to interact with other compounds in both transfer and complex

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

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

2-Chloro-3,4-dihydronaphthalen-1(2H)-one is a sulfoxide with significant antifungal activity. It has been shown to be effective against Candida albicans and other fungi, including Aspergillus niger and Mucor racemosus. It is commonly used as an electrolyte in electroluminescent devices, such as light emitting diodes (LEDs). The reaction time for the formation of 2-chloro-3,4-dihydronaphthalen-1(2H)-one from potassium sulfate is dependent on the acid catalyst used. Organic chemists have shown that the use of 2-chloro-3,4-dihydronaphthalen-1(2H)-one can inhibit leukotriene synthesis.

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Ethyl 1-amino-1-cyclobutanecarboxylate monohydrochloride is a cyclic carbonyl compound that is used as a building block in organic synthesis. It has been used to synthesize a number of natural products, such as piperarborenine and cyclobutanes. This compound can be synthesized by reacting ethyl chloroformate with cyclobutanecarbaldehyde in the presence of an acid or base catalyst. The steric and geometric properties of this molecule are highlighted below.

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

2-Bromo-3,3,3-trifluoro-1-propene is a chemical compound that has been synthesized in an asymmetric reaction. The reactant is bromopropane and the product is 2,2,2-trifluoropropene. The methylene group on the propene molecule is activated by the nucleophilic attack of a fluoride ion from hydrogen fluoride to form a cavity with a highly strained bond. The kinetic study of this reaction revealed that the activation energy for the reaction is 42 kJ/mol. Palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions are catalyzed by palladium and require nonpolar solvents such as toluene or dichloromethane. This type of reaction has been shown to be exothermic with an isolated yield of 1%.

Piperyline is an alkanoic acid that has shown to be effective against skin cancer. It also has antimicrobial properties, which may be due to its ability to bind metal ions and form polymeric compounds. Piperyline inhibits microbial growth by inhibiting the synthesis of proteins and nucleic acids. The antimicrobial activity is related to its cationic polymerization with hydroxyl groups, which forms a structure that can inhibit microbial enzymes and disrupt microbial cell membranes. This compound also interacts with the skin's natural lipids, making it difficult for microorganisms to attach and grow on the skin. Piperyline is synthesized in organic chemistry laboratories as an amide precursor of other pharmaceuticals such as penicillin.