Abstract: [18F]-fluoralkyl tosylates are useful building block for the radiosynthesis of a number of small molecules. A method of purifying [18F]-fluoroalkyl tosylates using an automated radiosynthesis apparatus (e.g. FASTlab module) is described. A method of purifying [18F]-fluoroalky tosylates using a FASTlab module that includes a solid phase extraction (SPE) purification system is described.

Abstract: [18F]-fluoralkyl tosylates are useful building block for the radiosynthesis of a number of small molecules. A method of purifying [18F]-fluoroalkyl tosylates using an automated radiosynthesis apparatus (e.g. FASTlab module) is described. A method of purifying [18F]-fluoroalky tosylates using a FASTlab module that includes a solid phase extraction (SPE) purification system is described.

Abstract: An HPLC module utilizes a combination of compound-dedicated hardware providing line clearance between differing radiosynthesis and includes multiple compound-dedicated HPLC inject valves, each inject valve directing a fluid to a serially-connected HPLC column and UV flowcell so as to prevent cross-contamination between differing radiopharmaceutical syntheses. The module provides a disposable fluid path from each UV flowcell allowing for radioactive detection, fraction collection, formulation and final product dispensing. In this manner, a level of GMP compliance is achieved that is suitable for meeting the requirements of an MHRA approved site-license.

Abstract: Novel choline-derived radiotracer (s) having an isotopic carbon for Positron Emission Tomography (PET) or Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) imaging of disease states related to altered choline metabolism (e.g., tumor imaging of prostate, breast, brain, esophageal, ovarian, endometrial, lung and prostate cancer—primary tumor, nodal disease or metastases).

Abstract: An HPLC module utilizes a combination of compound-dedicated hardware providing line clearance between differing radiosynthesis and includes multiple compound-dedicated HPLC inject valves, each inject valve directing a fluid to a serially-connected HPLC column and UV flowcell so as to prevent cross-contamination between differing radiopharmaceutical syntheses. The module provides a disposable fluid path from each UV flowcell allowing for radioactive detection, fraction collection, formulation and final product dispensing. In this manner, a level of GMP compliance is achieved that is suitable for meeting the requirements of an MHRA approved site-license.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method and an apparatus for extracting an isotope from a gas. More specifically, the present invention depicts a system that has been devised which provides [18F] fluoride from a cyclotron target in non-aqueous media.

Abstract: The invention provides a process for preparation of a fluorohaloalkane, preferably an [18F]fluorohaloalkane of formula (I) wherein X is halo and n is an integer of from 1 to 6; which comprises: reaction of the corresponding organosilicon compound of formula (II): wherein n is as defined for the compound of formula (I); and R?, R?, and R?? are independently selected from C1-6 alkyl and C1-6 haloalkyl; and R? may alternatively be the group: with a compound of formula (III): wherein X is as defined for the compound of formula (I) and Y is halo. Intermediates having use in such processes are also claimed.

Abstract: The present invention involves the application of ROMP polymers to the internal surfaces of a device for the purpose of carrying out a solid-phase radiochemical process within the device. An additional embodiment of the invention is an automated synthesis system comprising a number of devices of the invention in order that a series of processes can be carried out in direct sequence. In a preferred embodiment, the present invention is a microfabricated device.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for the production of an [18F]fluorohaloalkane which comprises treatment of a solid support-bound precursor of formula (I): SOLID SUPPORT-LINKER-SO2—O—(CH2)nX??(I) wherein n is an integer of from 1 to 7 and X is chloro, bromo or iodo; with 18F? to produce the [18F]fluorohaloalkane of formula (II) 18F—(CH2)n—X??(II) wherein n and X are as defined for the compound of formula (I), optionally followed by (i) removal of excess 18F?, for example by ion-exchange chromatography; and/or (ii) removal of organic solvent.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel processes for the purification of radiolabelled tracers, using a solid-support bound scavenger group.

Abstract: The invention provides a process for preparation of a fluorohaloalkane, preferably an [18F]fluorohaloalkane of formula (I) wherein X is halo and n is an integer of from 1 to 6; which comprises: reaction of the corresponding organosilicon compound of formula (II): wherein n is as defined for the compound of formula (I); and R?, R?, and R?? are independently selected from C1-6 alkyl and C1-6 haloalkyl; and R? may alternatively be the group: with a compound of formula (III): wherein X is as defined for the compound of formula (I) and Y is halo. Intermediates having use in such processes are also claimed.

Abstract: The invention provides a process for the production of an 18F-labelled tracer which comprises treatment of a solid support-bound precursor of formula (I) SOLID SUPPORT-LINKER-X-TRACER (I) wherein X is a group which promotes nucleophilic substitution at a specific site on the attached TRACER and the TRACER is of formula (A).

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for the production of an [18F]fluorohaloalkane which comprises treatment of a solid support-bound precursor of formula (I): SOLID SUPPORT-LINKER-SO2—O—(CH2)nX (I) wherein n is an integer of from (1) to (7) and X is chloro, bromo or iodo; with 18F? to produce the [18F]fluorohaloalkane of formula (II) 18F—(CH2)nX (II) wherein n and X are as defined for the compound of formula (I), optionally followed by (i) removal of excess 18F?, for example by ion-exchange chromatography; and/or (ii) removal of organic solvent.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds of formula: (I) or a salt or solvate thereof, wherein: R1 is —11CH2R5 or [18F]—C1-4 fluoroalkyl wherein R5 is hydrogen or C1-4 alkyl; R2 is hydrogen or C1-4 alkyl; R3 is halo; and R4 is halo, C1-4 alkylthio, or C1-4 alkyl; and their use for imaging central nervous system (CNS) receptors.

Abstract: This invention relates to the miniaturisation of radiosyntheses onto microfabricated devices, and in particular to use of microfabricated devices for radiosynthesis, isolation, and analysis of radiotracers for use in Positron Emission Tomography (PET).

Abstract: The invention provides use of a compound of formula (I): or a salt thereof, wherein: R1 is 125I, 124I, 123I, 75Br, 76Br, or 18F; R2 is C1-6 alkyl; and R3 is selected from hydrogen, C1-6 alkyl, —C(O)C1-6 alkyl, —C(O)C1-6 haloalkyl, and —C(O)CH(R4)NH2; wherein R4 is selected from hydrogen, C1-6alkyl, C1-6hydroxyalkyl, and C1-6aminoalkyl; for the manufacture of a radiopharmaceutical for the in vivo diagnosis or imaging of an amyloid-associated disease, particularly Alzheimer's disease.