Abstract: The present invention disclosed N-acetyl amino acid ester derivatives of betulin and the preparation method thereof, the method comprising the steps that in the presence of an alkaline substance, a catalyst and a racemization-inhibitor, the carboxyl group of N-acetyl amino acid is activated by a coupling agent; and then the activated N-acetyl amino acid is reacted with betulin via esterification reaction to obtain the N-acetyl amino acid ester derivative of betulin. The present invention provided a simple synthesis method to synthesize the N-acetyl amino acid ester derivatives of betulin by using betulin as a precursor compound and modifying the molecular structure of betulin. Such structural modification of betulin significantly enhances the anti-tumor activity of the betulin derivatives and therefore has important values.

Abstract: The present invention provides among other things methods for preparing polymeric reagents, wherein the method comprises (a) providing an aromatic moiety bearing a hydroxy group, a first amino group and a second amino group; (b) reacting a functional group reagent with the hydroxy group to result in a hydroxy group bearing a functional group capable of reacting with an amino group of an active agent and resulting in a hydolyzable carbamate; and (c) reacting a plurality of poly(alkylene glycol) water-soluble polymers bearing a reactive group with the first amino group and second amino group to result in (i) a first amino group bearing a water-soluble polymer through a spacer moiety, and (ii) a second amino group bearing a second water-soluble polymer through a spacer moiety.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to tetracycline compounds of formula (VIIa): R5*, R5*?, R7r*, and R9m* are defined herein. These tetracycline compounds can be used to treat tetracycline compound-responsive states, such as multiple sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Abstract: The T cells specific to human collagen type II, one of the possible autoantigens, have a crucial role in the development of rheumatoid arthritis in the context of HLA-DR4. The protein-protein interactions between the T cell receptor (TCR) and the type II collagen linked to the allele MHC of class II HLA-DR4 may thus represent the target for the development of new drugs against rheumatoid arthritis. Using computational virtual screening techniques, families of pharmacologically active molecules have been identified that interfere with the TCR/collagen ll-MHCII interaction. The compounds identified here open up new possibilities in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.

Abstract: Novel substituted benzamide based inhibitors, their use in therapy, pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds, the use of said compounds in the manufacture of medicaments, and therapeutic methods comprising the administration of said compounds are described. The present compounds modulate the activity of 11?-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 (11?HSD1) and are accordingly useful in the treatment of diseases in which such a modulation is beneficial, such as the metabolic syndrome.

Abstract: The present invention belongs to the field of natural medicine and pharmaceutical chemistry, and specifically relates to novel 2-substituted oleanolic acid derivatives of formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, to a process for the preparation of these compounds, compositions containing such compounds and their use in preparing antineoplastic medicaments.

Abstract: Compounds, pharmaceutical compositions of general formula (I) or (I?) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and methods for treating an inflammatory disorder: wherein: z is 1, 2 or 4; X is —CO—Yk—(R1)n; k is 0 or 1; Y is a cycloalkyl or polycycloalkyl, cycloalkenyl or polycycloalkenyl group; each R1 is a branched chain alkyl group; n is any integer from 1 to m, where m is the maximum number of substitutions permissible on the cyclo-group Y; and the compound comprises an amino lactam ring linked to an alkyl group —Yk—(R1)n by an amide group, wherein the carbon atom in the alkyl group at the 2-position relative to the carbon atom of the amide carbonyl is linked to each of the carbon atom of the amide carbonyl and three other carbon atoms by a single bond, and wherein the 2-position carbon atom has essentially tetrahedral bond angles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of novel vildagliptin complexes for the manufacture of high purity vildagliptin of Formula I and/or pharmaceutical acceptable salts thereof. Further objects of the present invention are pharmaceutically acceptable complexes of vildagliptin and/or amorphous and crystalline forms, anhydrous forms, amorphous and crystalline hydrates, amorphous and crystalline solvates of the complexes and a process for the preparation thereof. Another object of the present invention is the high purity vildagliptin and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof prepared form the vildagliptin complexes of the present invention, a process for the preparation thereof and pharmaceutical compositions containing vildagliptin base, pharmaceutically acceptable salts and/or complexes and use thereof for the treatment of type 2 diabetes (NIDDM). The present invention provides pharmaceutically advantageous high purity vildagliptin complexes.

Abstract: A novel process for the production of Fmoc (9H-fluoren-9-ylmethoxycarbonyl)-based compounds is provided, wherein a protecting group for the 9-hydroxymethyl group of the fluorene ring system is utilized. These compounds are useful for the modification of protein and peptide drugs.

Abstract: A process provides for producing chiral prostacyclin derivatives of Formula (I) in high yield from meso anhydrides.

Abstract: Compounds represented by formulae I, II, III, and IV including pro-drugs for treprostinil and prostacyclin analogs. Uses include treatment of pulmonary hypertension (PH) or pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). The structures of the compounds can be adapted to the particular application for a suitable treatment dosage. Transdermal applications can be used.

Abstract: Chemical crosslinkers and methods of their synthesis are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new diterpenoid derivatives of formula (I), processes for their preparation, and to pharmaceutical compositions containing them for the treatment of cardiovascular disorders, urinary incontinence, asthma, or Alzheimer's disease and/or to prevent obstructive vascular lesions consequently to arteriotomy and/or angioplasty, and to prevent organ damage in hypertensive patients.

Abstract: The invention discloses new substituted anthraquinone dyes that may be useful as cellular stains. In some aspect of the invention, the nuclear stains are useful for staining the nuclei of dead or fixed cells. Another aspect of the invention relates to substituted anthraquinone dyes comprising an enzyme substrate moiety that is transformable or cleavable by an enzyme such that the transformation or cleavage of the substrate moiety causes a detectable change in the functionality or spectral properties of the dye.

Abstract: Dipeptidylpeptidase IV inhibitor (herein referred to as DPP-IV) that may be 98.5-100% pure is a high-dose drug capable of direct compressed with specific excipients into sold form dosage forms, such as tablets and capsules having desired, hardness, disintegrating ability and acceptable dissolution characteristics. DPP-IV is not inherently compressible and thus present formulation problems. Excipients used in the formulation enhance the flow and compaction properties of the drug and tableting mix. Optimal flow contributes to uniform die fill and weight control. The binder used ensures sufficient cohesive properties that allow DPP-IV to be compressed using the direct compression method. The tablets produced provide an acceptable in vitro dissolution profile.

Abstract: Chemical entities which are triterpenoid derivatives, pharmaceutical compositions and methods of treatment of inflammatory, neurodegenerative, neoplastic and autoimmune diseases are described.

Abstract: A diamond nanoparticle can be functionalized with a substituted dienophile under ambient conditions, and in the absence of catalysts or additional reagents. The functionalization is thought to proceed through an addition reaction.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new diterpenoid derivatives of formula (I), processes for their preparation, and to pharmaceutical compositions containing them for the treatment of cardiovascular disorders, urinary incontinence, asthma, or Alzheimer's disease and/or to prevent obstructive vascular lesions consequently to arteriotomy and/or angioplasty, and to prevent organ damage in hypertensive patients.

Abstract: The present invention provides an agent for the prophylactic or treatment of diabetes, diabetic complications, insulin resistance syndrome, metabolic syndrome, hyperglycemia, dyslipidemia, atherosclerosis, cardiac failure, cardiomyopathy, myocardial ischemia, brain ischemia, cerebral apoplexy, pulmonary hypertension, hyperlactacidemia, mitochondrial disease, mitochondrial encephalomyopathy or cancer, namely, a PDHK inhibitor and the like. A compound represented by the following formula [I] or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, or a solvate thereof: wherein each symbol is as defined in the specification.

Abstract: The invention provides a series of novel 1,2-disubstituted amido-anthraquinone derivatives. Further, the invention also provides the preparation method and application of said derivatives, said application comprises: said derivatives with therapeutically effective amount are prepared into pharmaceutical compositions for inhibition of cancer cell growth, further treating cancer.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to progesterone derivatives and uses related thereto. In certain embodiments, the disclosure relates to compounds disclosed herein and uses for managing inflammation resulting from traumatic brain injury or stroke.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to tetracycline compounds of formula (VIIa): R5*, R5*?, R7r*, and R9m* are defined herein. These tetracycline compounds can be used to treat tetracycline compound-responsive states, such as multiple sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Abstract: Novel substituted benzamide based inhibitors, their use in therapy, pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds, the use of said compounds in the manufacture of medicaments, and therapeutic methods comprising the administration of said compounds are described. The present compounds modulate the activity of 11?-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 (11?HSD1) and are accordingly useful in the treatment of diseases in which such a modulation is beneficial, such as the metabolic syndrome.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of novel vildagliptin complexes for the manufacture of high purity vildagliptin of Formula I and/or pharmaceutical acceptable salts thereof. Further objects of the present invention are pharmaceutically acceptable complexes of vildagliptin and/or amorphous and crystalline forms, anhydrous forms, amorphous and crystalline hydrates, amorphous and crystalline solvates of the complexes and a process for the preparation thereof. Another object of the present invention is the high purity vildagliptin and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof prepared form the vildagliptin complexes of the present invention, a process for the preparation thereof and pharmaceutical compositions containing vildagliptin base, pharmaceutically acceptable salts and/or complexes and use thereof for the treatment of type 2 diabetes (NIDDM). The present invention provides pharmaceutically advantageous high purity vildagliptin complexes.

Abstract: An imide compound represented by the formula (I): wherein R1 represents a C1-C20 aliphatic hydrocarbon group etc., W1 represents —CO—O— etc., Q1 and Q2 each independently represent a fluorine atom etc., and A represents a group represented by the formula (I-1): wherein A1 represents —CH2—CH2— etc., and a chemically amplified resist composition containing the same.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds defined by formula (I) wherein the group R is defined as in claim 1, possessing valuable pharmacological activity. Particularly the compounds are inhibitors of 11?-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase (HSD) 1 and thus are suitable for treatment and prevention of diseases which can be influenced by inhibition of this enzyme, such as metabolic diseases.

Abstract: A series of novel 1,2-disubstituted amido-anthraquinone derivatives, and the preparation method and application of said derivatives. Said application includes said derivatives with therapeutically effective amount being prepared into pharmaceutical compositions for inhibition of cancer cell growth, further treating cancer.

Abstract: A co-crystal composition comprised of Quercetin and at least one antidiabetic agent acts as a combination drug having unique physical properties and biological activity, which differ from both Quercetin in pure form and the at least one antidiabetic agent in pure form. The co-crystal composition may comprise quercetin and metformin. The co-crystals of quercetin and metformin may be prepared by grinding the compounds, and used in pharmaceutical compositions comprising these co-crystals. Co-crystal compositions of quercetin and Metformin may be used in combination with other anti-diabetic agents, including DPP-IV inhibitors.

Abstract: The invention discloses new substituted anthraquinone dyes that may be useful as cellular stains. In some aspect of the invention, the nuclear stains are useful for staining the nuclei of dead or fixed cells. Another aspect of the invention relates to substituted anthraquinone dyes comprising an enzyme substrate moiety that is transformable or cleavable by an enzyme such that the transformation or cleavage of the substrate moiety causes a detectable change in the functionality or spectral properties of the dye.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a compound represented by Structural Formula (I): or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The variables for Structural Formula I are defined herein. Also described is a pharmaceutical composition comprising the compound of Structural Formula I and its therapeutic use.

Abstract: Efficient method for preparing the enone intermediate (VII) used in the synthesis of tetracyclines derivatives. In particular, the invention provides a synthesis which allows for substituents at positions 4a, 5, 5a, and 12a of the tetracycline ring system.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a compound represented by Structural Formula (I): or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The variables for Structural Formula (I) are defined herein. Also described is a pharmaceutical composition comprising the compound of Structural Formula (I) and its therapeutic use.

Abstract: Chemical entities which are triterpenoid derivatives, pharmaceutical compositions and methods of treatment of inflammatory, neurodegenerative, neoplastic and autoimmune diseases are described.

Abstract: The present invention concerns novel pharmaceutically active triterpene derivatives, pharmaceutical compositions containing the same, their use as medicaments, and the use of the compounds for the manufacture of specific medicaments. The present invention also concerns a method of treatment involving administration of the compounds. Specifically, the compounds are derivatives of betulinic acid having substitutions at one or more of the C-3, C2-8 and C-19 positions as further described herein. The novel compounds are useful as antiretroviral agents. In particular, the novel compounds are useful for the treatment of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).

Abstract: Methods, compounds, pharmaceutical compositions and kits are described for treating or preventing amyloid-related disease.

Abstract: A new and improved method for extending the half life of pharmaceutical compounds for use in diagnostic imaging or therapy uses a novel linker to attach a diagnostic or therapeutic moiety to a targeting peptide or another diagnostic or therapeutic moiety. The resulting compound may have the general formula M-N—O—P-Q, wherein M is the diagnostic or therapeutic moiety, N—O—P is the linker of the present invention, and Q is the targeting peptide. In another embodiment the compounds may have the formula M-N—O—P-M, wherein M is independently a diagnostic or therapeutic moiety and N—O—P is the linker of the invention. Methods for imaging or treating a patient using the compounds of the invention are also provided. Methods and kits for preparing a diagnostic imaging agent from the compound are further provided. Methods for radiotherapy of a patient using the compounds are further provided, as are methods for preparing a radiotherapeutic agent from the compounds.

Abstract: Anti-cancer compounds and manufacturing methods thereof are disclosed. The anti-cancer compounds are 1,8-diamidoanthraquinone derivatives with amino compounds. The manufacturing method includes the steps of: add 1,8-bis(chloroacetamido)anthraquinone or 1,8-bis(3-chloropropionamido)-anthraquinone with amino compounds, catalysts, and dehydrated dimethylformamide (DMF) to form a mixture and react with one another. Then by purification and recrystallization, the anti-cancer compounds are obtained. The anti-cancer compounds of the present invention are compounds with whole new structure that overcome serious cardiac toxicity of the conventional anti-cancer drug-doxorubincin.

Abstract: The invention provides compounds of formula I: or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein R1-3, R5-7, a, X, Y, Y?, Y?, and Z are as defined in the specification. These compounds are muscarinic receptor antagonists. The invention also provides pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds, processes for preparing such compounds and methods of using such compounds to, for example, treat pulmonary disorders such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma.

Abstract: The invention provides a novel class of reactive fluorescent agents that are based on a pyrene sulfonic acid nucleus. The agents are readily incorporated into conjugates with other species by reacting the reactive group with a group of complementary reactivity on the other species of the conjugate. Also provided are methods of using the compounds of the invention to detect and/or quantify an analyte in a sample. In an exemplary embodiment, the invention provides multi-color assays incorporating the compounds of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention relates to substituted tetracycline compounds and related methods for increasing the antifungal activity of an antifungal agent. The methods include administering to a subject an effective amount of a substituted tetracycline compound in combination with an antifungal agent such that the subject is treated for the fungal associated disorder.

Abstract: The present invention relates to certain novel salts of Betulinic acid derivatives, to process for preparing such compounds, to use the compounds in treating diseases or disorders mediated by HIV infection, to methods for their therapeutic use and to pharmaceutical compositions containing them.

Abstract: Provided herein are novel bridged cyclic derivatives of the general formula (I), their analogs, tautomeric forms, stereoisomers, polymorphs, solvates, intermediates, pharmaceutically acceptable salts, pharmaceutical compositions, metabolites and prodrugs thereof. These compounds can inhibit HDACs and are useful as therapeutic or ameliorating agent for diseases that are involved in cellular growth such as malignant tumors, autoimmune diseases, skin diseases, infections, inflammation, neurode-generative disorders etc.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel compounds representated by formula (I), where R, R1, R2, R3, X, Y, m, n are as defined. The present invention relates to compounds of the general formula I their derivatives, their analogs, their tautomeric forms, their stereoisomers, their diastereomers, their bioisosteres, their polymorphs, their pharmaceutically acceptable salts and pharmaceutically acceptable compositions containing them which are predominantly dipeptidyl peptidase IV inhibitors. The present invention also relates to the processes for the preparation of novel compounds of formula (I) and their use in treating type II diabetes and diabetic complications thereof and also for treating dislipidemia, hypercholesterolemia, obesity and hyperglycemia.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula I, II or III: or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein m, n, q, Ar, R1, R2, R3, R4 and R5 are as defined herein. Also provided are methods for preparing, compositions comprising, and methods for using compounds of formulas I-III.

Abstract: The present invention discloses novel compounds which have HCV protease inhibitory activity as well as methods for preparing such compounds. In another embodiment, the invention discloses pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds as well as methods of using them to treat disorders associated with the HCV protease.

Abstract: In accordance with one aspect, the present invention provides a compound of general formula (I), its stereoisomers thereof and/or its pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, which have antibacterial activity; with methods of treating infectious diseases in warm blooded animals employing these new compounds. wherein R1 is selected from optionally substituted alkyl.

Abstract: The invention relates to 17? lupane derivatives of formula (I): wherein R1 and X are as defined herein, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts and solvates thereof. These compounds exhibit significant anti-HIV activity. Thus, the invention also relates to methods for prevention or treatment of HIV infection by administering therapeutically effective amounts of a compound of formula (I), or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or solvate thereof to a subject in need of such treatment.

Abstract: Novel substituted benzamide based inhibitors, their use in therapy, pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds, the use of said compounds in the manufacture of medicaments, and therapeutic methods comprising the administration of said compounds are described. The present compounds modulate the activity of 11?-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 (11?HSD1) and are accordingly useful in the treatment of diseases in which such a modulation is beneficial, such as the metabolic syndrome.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of radiolabelling carbon nanotubes, to the radiolabelled carbon nanotubes that can be obtained by implementing this method, and to applications thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pleuromutilin derivatives, to processes for their preparation, to pharmaceutical compositions containing them and to their use in medical therapy, particularly antibacterial therapy.