Abstract: A silane compound of the following formula (1) having two or more protected functional groups A-R—Si(CH3)nX3-n??(1) wherein A represents a group of the following formula wherein R1, R2 and R3 each independently represent a monovalent hydrocarbon group having 1 to 10 carbon atoms, a is an integer of 1 to 10, and b is an integer of 1 to 10, or wherein R1, R2 and R3 are as defined above, R represents a linear or branched, divalent hydrocarbon group having 2 to 10 carbon atoms, X represents a halogen atom or an organoxy group having 1 to 10 carbon atoms, and n is 0, 1 or 2 is prevented from the reaction of the functional groups per self when undergoing modification or treatment. When the protection is removed after introduction of the protected functional groups, quantitative and efficient introduction of the two or more functional groups is ensured, resulting in more developed effects of modification and addition.

Abstract: This invention relates to tetraphenylmethane-based oxadiazole molecules that act as electron transporting materials to be used in electroluminescent devices. The oxadiazole compounds are of the following formula. Each variable is defined in the specification.

Abstract: A composition including nanoparticles each having an acidic polymerizable siloxane moiety. For example, a hydrolysis stable, self-etching, self-priming dental adhesive composition including 90 to 10 percent by weight of an aqueous phase, and 10 to 90 percent by weight of acidic polymerizable nanoparticles. The acidic polymerizable nanoparticles are obtainable by hydrolysis of a mixture containing one or more hydrolyzable organosilicon compounds wherein (i) at least a portion of the hydrolyzable organosilicon compounds contains one or more polymerizable groups and (ii) at least a portion of the hydrolyzable organosilicon compounds contain one or more acidic moieties.

Abstract: Processes are disclosed for preparing the antiviral agent entecavir. A resin adsorption process for the isolation and purification of entecavir is also disclosed. Various intermediates useful in the preparation of entecavir are also disclosed.

Abstract: One aspect of the present invention relates to novel ligands for transition metals. A second aspect of the present invention relates to the use of catalysts comprising these ligands in transition metal-catalyzed carbon-heteroatom and carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions. The subject methods provide improvements in many features of the transition metal-catalyzed reactions, including the range of suitable substrates, reaction conditions, and efficiency.

Abstract: A silicon compound having a repeating unit represented by the following general formula (1): wherein R is a hydrogen atom, a straight or branched alkyl group having 1 to 20 carbon atoms, a substituted or unsubstituted aryl group, or a substituted or unsubstituted heterocyclic group, Ar is a substituted or unsubstituted aryl group or an unsubstituted heterocyclic group, m is an integer of 2 or more, and n is an integer of 5,000 or less.

Abstract: Iminoorganosilanes may be prepared by reacting aminoorganosilanes with organoimines by an amine exchange reaction. The resultant iminoorganosilanes can then be catalytically reduced to produce secondary and tertiary amino silanes. Imidoorganosilanes can be prepared by a similar amine reaction between aminoorganosilanes and organoimides. The imidoorganosilanes can also be reacted to produce tertiary amines. Water-sensitive silane reactants may be employed to yield water-sensitive imino, imido, or amino silane products.

Abstract: Cleaning and multifunctional coating compositions containing hydrogen peroxide and an organosilane quaternary compound in aqueous formulations are used to improve water and soil repellency and residual antimicrobial activity. Various surfaces may be treated including metal, glass, plastics, rubber, porcelain, ceramic, marble, granite, cement, tile, sand, silica, enameled appliances, polyurethane, polyester, polyacrylic, melamine/phenolic resins, polycarbonate, siliceous, painted surfaces, wood, and the like.

Abstract: To provide a primer composition having an excellent balance between storage stability and adhesiveness, while permitting a longer open time. The primer composition includes: a compound (a) represented by the following formula (1): and an organic solvent (b).

Abstract: Heterocyclic and acyclic silane monomers and siloxane polymers, and their halogenated derivatives, are provided for the purpose of functionalizing surfaces or materials so as to render them biocidal upon exposure to oxidative halogen solutions. The biocidal function can be imparted either before or after bonding or adhesion to the surface or material. The biocidal surfaces and materials can then be used to inactivate pathogenic microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, and yeasts, as well as virus particles, which can cause infectious diseases, and those microorganisms which cause noxious odors and unpleasant coloring such as mildew. Examples of surfaces and materials which can be rendered biocidal in this invention include, but are not limited to, cellulose, chitin, chitosan, synthetic fibers, glass, ceramics, plastics, rubber, cement grout, latex caulk, porcelain, acrylic films, vinyl, polyurethanes, silicon tubing, marble, metals, metal oxides, and silica.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I, II or III), wherein X is OH; Y is OH, H, lower alkyl of one to six carbons or heteroatoms or F; Z and Z? are independently H, lower alkyl or Q3Si where Q is lower alkyl or aryl; n is 3-50; n? is 2-50; A and B are independently a) alkyl of one to ten carbons or heteroatoms, b) aryl of four to seven carbons or heteroatoms, c) cyclic of three to ten carbons or heteroatoms, or moieties of the formulas (d, e, or f); R1-R11 groups are each independently hydrogen, alkyl of one to ten carbons or heteroatoms, aryl of 4 to 14 carbons or heteroatoms, arylalkyl of five to twenty carbons or heteroatoms; unsubstituted carbonyl or substituted carbonyl. Heteroatoms are nitrogen, oxygen, silicon or sulfur. At least one of A or B, or both A and B are d), e), or f). The compounds of formula (I) inhibit protease enzymes and can be used as pharmaceuticals.

Abstract: Relatively high refractive index polymeric compositions and ophthalmic devices such as for example intraocular lenses and corneal inlays made therefrom are described herein. The preferred polymeric compositions are produced through the copolymerization of one or more aromatic-substituted polysiloxane prepolymers with one or more aromatic monomers, alkylated monomers or hydrophilic monomers.

Abstract: A method of treating a metal substrate by applying a coating of a silane composition having at least one substantially unhydrolyzed aminosilane having one or more secondary or tertiary amino groups. Methods of adhering a polymer (such as rubber) to a metal substrate are also provided.

Abstract: Provided are compounds having molecular components capable of transporting/injecting hole and an organic EL device having a self-assembled monolayer comprising the same. The compound has the following formula: Ar—R—SiX3 wherein Ar is a functional group having hole transporting or injecting capability, R is a C1 to C22 alkyl group, and X is an alkoxy group or halogen.

Abstract: Relatively high refractive index polymeric compositions and ophthalmic devices such as for example intraocular lenses and corneal inlays made therefrom are described herein. The preferred polymeric compositions are produced through the copolymerization of one or more aromatic-substituted polysiloxane prepolymers with one or more aromatic monomers, alkylated monomers or hydrophilic monomers.

Abstract: A mixture containing a monohydric alkyl alcohol and an alkoxysilane is purified by (i) adding an organic salt or an inorganic salt to the monohydric alkyl alcohol and the alkoxysilane; (ii) mixing the organic or inorganic salt with the monohydric alkyl alcohol and the alkoxysilane; and (iii) separating from (ii) a first phase containing the alkoxysilane, and a second phase containing the monohydric alcohol and the organic or inorganic salt. The preferred salt is lithium chloride, and the monohydric alkyl alcohol is most typically methyl alcohol or ethyl alcohol.

Abstract: 1,4-Diamino-2-alkenylbenzene derivatives of general formula (I) or physiologically tolerated water-soluble salts thereof as well as agents for oxidative dyeing of fibers, containing these compounds.

Abstract: Relatively high refractive index polymeric compositions and ophthalmic devices such as for example intraocular lenses and corneal inlays made therefrom are described herein. The preferred polymeric compositions are produced through the copolymerization of one or more aromatic-substituted polysiloxane prepolymers with one or more aromatic monomers, alkylated monomers or hydrophilic monomers.

Abstract: (A) An anionic surfactant, (B) a silicate monomer and (C) a basic silane are mixed in water or a mixed solvent of a water-miscible organic solvent and water to obtain a mesoporous silica complex having mesopores with a uniform size, the anionic surfactant Component (A) is removed by washing the resultant mesoporous silica complex with an acidic aqueous solution, a water-miscible organic solvent or an aqueous solution thereof to obtain a mesoporous silica outer shell utilizing the structure of the mesoporous silica complex as a template, and the mesoporous silica complex or the mesoporous silica outer shell is calcined to obtain a mesoporous silica. The mesoporous silica can be synthesized in this manner utilizing the anionic surfactant micelle with a remarkably low affinity to the silicate monomer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for easily producing a tertiary amine with high yield. A tertiary amine represented by general formula (1) is produced by adding a metal-containing reagent represented by general formula (6) into a reaction system consisting of thioamide represented by general formula (4), a methylating agent represented by general formula (5) and a solvent, and then adding thereto a Grignard reagent represented by general formula (7).

Abstract: Molecules comprising aminooxy groups are provided, wherein the aminooxy groups provide attachment sites for the covalent attachment of other molecules. In one embodiment, polyoxyethylene molecules comprising aminooxy groups are provided that can be conjugated to wide variety of biologically active molecules including poly(amino acids). In another embodiment, valency platform molecules comprising aminooxy groups are provided. The aminooxy groups can be used to form covalent bonds with biological molecules such as poly(amino acids). The aminooxy groups can, for example, react with poly(amino acids) modified to contain carbonyl groups, such as glyoxyl groups, to form a conjugate of the valency platform molecule and the biologically active molecule via an oxime bond. The valency platform molecules comprising aminooxy groups are advantageously reactive in the formation of conjugates, and they also can be readily synthesized to form a composition with very low polydispersity.

Abstract: Elastomers which have excellent stability to prevent oxidative, thermal, dynamic, light-induced and/or ozone-induced degradation comprise, as stabilizers, at least one compound of the formula I

Abstract: The present invention is a 1-azaallyl compound of the formula: 1

Abstract: Provided are functionalized silicon compounds and methods for their synthesis and use. The functionalized silicon compounds include at least one activated silicon group and at least one derivatizable functional group. Exemplary derivatizable functional groups include hydroxyl, amino, carboxyl and thiol, as well as modified forms thereof, such as activated or protected forms. The functionalized silicon compounds may be covalently attached to surfaces to form functionalized surfaces which may be used in a wide range of different applications. In one embodiment, the silicon compounds are attached to the surface of a substrate comprising silica, such as a glass substrate, to provide a functionalized surface on the substrate, to which molecules, including polypeptides and nucleic acids, may be attached.

Abstract: A highly efficient method is provided for preparing secondary aminoisobutylalkoxysilanes by reacting hydridoalkoxysilanes with secondary methallylamines in the presence of a hydrosilation catalyst.

Abstract: The organometallic compound of the present invention is a compound that has bonds between metal atoms and nitrogen atoms or bonds between semimetal atoms and nitrogen atoms, and the content of chlorine in the compound is 200 ppm or less and the content of water is 30 ppm or less.

Abstract: An amino-functional polysiloxane is prepared by reacting an aminosilane (A) which contains an aminoalkyl group and at least one alkoxy group bonded to Si with a carboxylic acid and a silanol-functional polysiloxane (B). The aminosilane (A) is partially converted into its carboxylate salt which acts as a catalyst for the siloxane condensation polymerization reaction between (A) and (B).

Abstract: A continuous process for preparing alkylamines comprises reacting continuous streams of ammonia and alkyl halide in a molar ratio of at least 10:1 in a pressure reactor. The ultimate reaction mixture has a temperature of >80° C., a pressure of >40 bar and an ammonium halide content of >1% by weight, and comprises two phases (A) a first phase comprising at least 75% by weight of the total amount of ammonium halide formed, and (B) a second phase comprising at least 80% by weight of the total amount of alkylamine formed. The first and second phases are separated, and an alkylamine product is recovered therefrom.

Abstract: A method of increasing the fluorous nature of a compound includes the step of reacting the compound with at least one second compound having the formula: wherein Rf is a fluorous group and m is 0, 1 or 2.

Abstract: This invention has the objective of providing polymers having high oxygen permeability and high hydrophobicity and ophthalmic lenses comprising said polymers, and, as a result, provides novel monomers represented by general formula (a) below: 1

Abstract: The invention relates to amido-functional aminopolydiorganosiloxanes, a method for the preparation thereof, formulations containing such amido-functional aminopolydiorganosiloxanes, and the use thereof.

Abstract: The object of the present patent application are 3-aminophenol derivatives of formula (I) or the physiologically compatible, water-soluble salts thereof 1

Abstract: A method of protecting dyes printed on print media against ozonolysis is provided. The method comprises: (a) providing a first reaction product comprising the reaction of a phenylenediamine or derivative thereof (an anti-ozonant) with a silica or silicate; and (b) reacting the first reaction product in the presence of a water-free solvent with silica groups to form a second reaction product. Also provided is the reaction product resulting from the reaction of (1) the anti-ozonant-silica (or silicate) and (2) silica groups on a substrate. The anti-ozonant-silica (or silicate) is covalently attached to the particles of silica in the media and cannot escape or evaporate away. The use of phenylenediamines as anti-ozonants solves the problem of the fading of dyes on porous media by ozone pollution.

Abstract: The subject of the invention is a compound of antiplasmid effect having the general formula I wherein Q means: &bgr;-picolinyl-methoiodide or 1-methyl-4-piperidyl or 3-(4′-fluorophenyl)-2,2-dimethyl-2-sila-propyloxy or 2-dimethyl-amino-ethyl-methoiodide group and Y means: 2,2-dimethyl-2-sila-hexyloxy or 3-(4′-fluorophenyl)-2,2-dimethyl-2-sila-propyloxy or 5-(4′-fluorophenyl)-4,4-dimethyl-4-sila-pentyloxy or 3-trimethylsilil-propyloxy group. The subject of the invention is the method for producing of the above compound. The subject of the invention is also the pharmaceutical composition of antiplasmid effect, which contains the above composition and the method of producing thereof.

Abstract: The composition formed by mixing an organosilane with an organic carbonate. Water-stabilized organosilane compounds. A water stable composition made from the organic carbonate and organosilane composition and water. A method of treating a substrate by mixing or contacting the substrate with the product, compound, or composition of this invention for a period of time sufficient for treatment of the substrate. A treated substrate having adhered thereto the product, compound, or composition of this invention. A method of dyeing and treating a substrate. A method of antimicrobially treating a food article. A method of antimicrobially coating a fluid container. A method of antimicrobially coating a latex medical article.

Abstract: This invention provides a one-part, room temperature moisture curable resin composition which comprises a ketimine prepared by reacting a ketone having a substituent at &agr; position and a polyamine having at least two amino groups within its molecule wherein &agr; position is methylene, and a main polymer which is an epoxy resin and/or a modified silicone having at least two hydrolyzable alkoxysilyl groups in its molecule, and which exhibits good shelf stability and high curing rate once taken out of the container, and which may further exhibit flexibility; a one-part, room temperature moisture curable resin composition which exhibits good shelf stability and curability as well as wet surface adhesion or initial thixotropic properties; a silicon containing compound having ketimine group whose reaction with the epoxy resin during the storage is prevented by the presence of a bulky alkyl group near the ketimine group and which exhibits good shelf stability and curability, and its production method; a one-part

Abstract: An aminofunctional organoalkoxysilane of formula I R2N—(CH2)y—Si(OR1)3−nR2n  (I), wherein the R groups bonded to nitrogen are identical or different and each individual R group is hydrogen, an alkyl radical having from 1 to 4 carbon atoms, an aryl radical or an arylalkyl radical, R1 is an alkyl radical having from 1 to 8 carbon atoms or an aryl radical, R2 is an alkyl radical having from 1 to 8 carbon atoms or an aryl radical, y is 2, 3 or 4 and n is 0, 1 or 2, is prepared by a process comprising: reacting a chlorofunctional organoalkoxysilane of formula II Cl—(CH2)y—Si(OR1)3−nR2n  (II), wherein R1, R2, y and n are as defined above, with ammonia or an organic amine of formula III HNR2  (III), wherein the two R groups are identical or different and each is defined as described above; separating organic amine hydrochloride or ammonium chloride by-product which is formed in the reaction; distilling the resulting crude product, thereby

Abstract: A method of preparing a surface modifier for nanoparticles, and a dispersion of inorganic oxide nanoparticles are provided. The surface modifier is formed by hydrolyzing 1 part by weight of an alkoxysilane compound with 1˜9 parts by weight of an alcohol/water solution, and the alkoxysilane compound is hydrolyzed to form a silanol. The weight ratio of alcohol to water is 60:40˜95:5. The alcohol/water solution can control the degree of forming of silanol, and thus prevents self-condensation of the silanol. The dispersion is formed by dispersing inorganic oxide nanoparticles in the aforesaid surface modifier, and can be used in the manufacture of inorganic-organic polymeric functional materials, especially anti-UV polyester products.

Abstract: One aspect of the present invention relates to amines. A second aspect of the present invention relates to the use of the amines as inhibitors of a mammalian anandamide transporter. The compounds of the present invention will also find use in the treatment of numerous ailments, conditions and diseases which afflict mammals, including but not limited to asthma, neuropathic pain, persistent pain, inflammatory pain, hyperactivity, hypertension, brain ischemia, Parkinson's disease, spasticity, Tourette's syndrome, schizophrenia, hemorrhagic shock, septic shock, cardiac shock, migrane, Horton's headache, multiple sclerosis, anorexia, AIDS wasting syndrome, organ rejection, autoimmune diseases, allergy, arthritis, Crohn's disease, malignant gliomas, neurodegenerative diseases, Huntington's chorea, glaucoma, nausea, anxiety, psychosis, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, premature ejaculation, and stroke.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to novel compounds of the formula (I) 1

Abstract: A modified silica support having a polar phase bound to its surface and suitable for use for chromatographic separations, having the following formula: 1

Abstract: A discoloration of an aminosilane having a content of a free base is treated by adding an acid chloride to the aminosilane to obtain a mixture having a molar excess of acid chloride; neutralizing the molar excess of the acid chloride in one or more steps with a molar deficit of a base to obtain a mixture containing a salt; separating off the salt from; and irradiating the remaining aminosilane with UV-containing light.

Abstract: A chemical composition and method of use of the composition is described. The chemical composition includes an aza-enediyne, aza-enyne allene, or an aza-diallene. These compound are preferably non-hydrolyzable, cationic compounds that bind to nucleic acids. In addition it is believed that these compounds may undergo chemical reactions in the presence of a nucleic acid to generate reactive intermediates that cleave nucleic acids.

Abstract: The present invention relates to nitric oxide-releasing amidine diazeniumdiolates, compositions comprising same, methods of using same, and a method for preparing same from imidate diazeniumdiolates and primary or secondary amines.

Abstract: This invention relates to hydrogenfluorides of aminosilanols and their use. The hydrogenfluorides of aminosilanols are formed by the reaction of an aqueous solution of a fluorinated acid, preferably, hydrofluoric acid, with an aminoalkoxysilane. The hydrogenfluorides of aminosilanols are particularly useful in foundry binders, most particularly no-bake and cold-box phenolic urethane foundry binders.

Abstract: Linear or cyclic diorganosiloxane compounds that include at least one nitroaniline function are disclosed; the compounds may be used as organic dyes in cosmetic compositions suitable for dyeing human keratin fibers, especially hair, or for make-up. The dyes may also be used in foods and pharmaceutical compositions and for dyeing natural and synthetic fibers and plastics or inorganic materials. Also disclosed are the use of the compounds in the above-mentioned fields, cosmetic compositions containing such compounds, and a method for directly dyeing keratin fibers.

Abstract: Iminoorganosilanes may be prepared by reacting aminoorganosilanes with organoimines by an amine exchange reaction. The resultant iminoorganosilanes can then be catalytically reduced to produce secondary and tertiary amino silanes. Imidoorganosilanes can be prepared by a similar amine reaction between aminoorganosilanes and organoimides. The imidoorganosilanes can also be reacted to produce tertiary amines. Water-sensitive silane reactants may be employed to yield water-sensitive imino, imido, or amino silane products.

Abstract: A silicon compound having a repeating unit represented by the following general formula (1): 1

Abstract: This invention relates to hydrophilic curable alkoxylated silicone polymers for surface modification and are useful in, e.g., fiber and fabric care, hair care, skin care, surface care, and car care compositions. The compounds are curable silicone polymers which contain one or more polyalkyleneoxy groups, preferably polyalkyleneoxy pendant groups, comprising at least some ethyleneoxy units, said polyalkyleneoxy pendant groups are preferably capped with low molecular weight alkyl groups, such as C1-C6 alkyl groups. These compounds are substantive to the surface but keep the surface hydrophilic.

Abstract: Compounds formed by reacting a protected amino acid with an alkali metal enolate of an alkyl acetate are reacted with a halogenating agent for halogenation of the 2-position, or a protected amino acid is reacted with an alkali metal enolate of an alkyl halogenoacetate, to form a 4-amino-3-oxo-2-halogenobutanoic acid ester derivative, and hydrolysis and decarboxylation are conducted to produce a 3-amino-2-oxo-1-halogenopropane derivative or its salt. The present method is a useful process for producing a 3-amino-2-oxo-1-halogenopropane derivatives which can easily be converted to a 3-amino-1,2-epoxypropane.