Abstract: The present invention relates to processes for preparing linkers that are useful in the conjugation of therapeutic molecules (e.g., cytotoxic agents) with targeting moieties (e.g., proteins, peptides, antibodies, nanoparticles, nucleic acids). During said processes lipases like lipase B from Candida antarctica were used for enantioselective resolution of (S,S)-2-benzylthiocyclohexanol or (S,S)-2-benzylthiocycloheptanol in presence of acylating agent which are reduced for deprotection to yield (S,S)-2-mercaptocyclohexanol or (S,S)-2-mercaptocyclopentanol which can then be used for linking therapeutic with targeting moieties.

Abstract: The present invention relates to peptide conjugates of microtubule-targeting agents such as maytansinoid derivatives which are useful for the treatment of diseases such as cancer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to peptide conjugates of cytotoxins such as topoisomerase I inhibitors which are useful for the treatment of diseases such as cancer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to peptide conjugates of peptidic tubulin inhibitors (e.g., monomethyl auristatins) which are useful for the treatment of diseases such as cancer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to peptide conjugates of cytotoxins such as topoisomerase I inhibitors which are useful for the treatment of diseases such as cancer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to peptide conjugates of microtubule-targeting agents such as maytansinoid derivatives which are useful for the treatment of diseases such as cancer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to peptide conjugates of microtubule-targeting agents such as maytansinoid derivatives which are useful for the treatment of diseases such as cancer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to peptide conjugates of cytotoxins such as topoisomerase I inhibitors which are useful for the treatment of diseases such as cancer.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds of formula I and to pharmaceutically acceptable salts, prodrugs, solvates or hydrates thereof; wherein B, D, E, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R8, m, n, p, q, r, s, t and u are as defined herein. This invention also relates to a method of using such compounds in the treatment of hyperproliferative diseases and autoimmune diseases in mammals, especially humans, and to pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds.

Abstract: The invention relates to NEP inhibitors for treating cardiovascular disorders. Preferred NEP inhibitors are compounds of formula (I) wherein R1 is C1–C6alkyl, C1–C6alkoxyC1–C3alkyl or C1–C6alkoxyC1–C6alkoxyC1–C3alkyl; R2 is hydrogen or C1–C6alkyl; L is a three atom linkage selected from —CH2—X—CH2— and —CH2—CH2—X— where the right hand side of the linkage is attached to R3 and where X is oxygen, sulfur or methylene; R3 is phenyl or aromatic heterocyclyl, either of which may be independently substituted by one or more groups selected from: C1–C6alkyl, halo, haloC1–C6alkyl, C1–C6alkoxy, haloC1–C6alkoxy, C1–C6alkylthio, haloC1–C6alkylthio and nitrile; and R4 and R5 are either both hydrogen, or one of R4 and R5 is hydrogen and the other is a biolabile ester-forming group that in the body of a patient is replaced by hydrogen.

Abstract: Compounds according to formula (I) wherein n is 0-3, R1 is optionally substituted C1-6 alkyl, C2-6 alkenyl, or C2-6 alkynyl, Heterocycle, Aromatic heterocycle, Aryl or hydrogen and R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8 and R9 are each independently selected from hydrogen and optionally substituted C1-6 alkyl, or R5 and R8 are an alkylene chain, are novel.

Abstract: Compounds according to formula (I) wherein n is 0-3, R′ is optionally substituted C1-6 alkyl, C2-6 alkenyl, or C2-6 alkynyl, Heterocycle, Aromatic heterocycle, Aryl or hydrogen and R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8 and R9 are each independently selected from hydrogen and optionally substituted C1-6 alkyl, or R5 and R8 are an alkylene chain, are novel. They are useful in the treatment of thrombotic conditions and other pathologies associated with fibrin deposition.

Abstract: Compounds according to formula (I) wherein n is 0-3, R1 is optionally substituted C1-8 alkyl, C2-6 alkenyl, or C2-6 alkynyl, Heterocycle, Aromatic heterocycle, Aryl or hydrogen and R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8 and R9 are each independently selected from hydrogen and optionally substituted C1-6 alkyl, or R5 and R8 are an alkylene chain, are novel. They are useful in the treatment of thrombotic conditions and other pathologies associated with fibrin deposition.

Abstract: Compounds according to formula (I) wherein n is 0-3, R1 is optionally substituted C1-6 alkyl, C2-6 alkenyl, or C2-6 alkynyl, Heterocycle, Aromatic heterocycle, Aryl or hydrogen and R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8 and R9 are each independently selected from hydrogen and optionally substituted C1-6 alkyl, or R5 and R8 are an alkylene chain, are novel. They are useful in the treatment of thrombotic conditions and other pathologies associated with fibrin deposition.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula: wherein R1, Y, W, A and R2 are as defined above are inhibitors of rotamase enzymes in particular FKBP-12 and FKBP-52. The compounds therefore moderate neuronal regeneration and outgrowth and can be used for treating neurological disorders arising from neurodegenerative diseases and nerve damage.