Abstract: A process for the preparation of substituted 3-(1-amino-2-methylpentane-3-yl)phenyl compounds which has advantages over conventional processes with respect to higher conversions and yields, flexibility, a shorter overall route, environmentally acceptable conditions, influence of stereoselectivity such as diastereoselectivity in a targeted manner and at least partial suppression of the formation of undesired side-products and/or undesired stereoisomers, in particular undesired diastereomers.

Abstract: Isolated metabolites of (1R-trans)-N-[[2-(2,3-dihydro-4-benzofuranyl)cyclopropyl]-methyl]propanamide, methods for their use, and compositions containing the metabolites.

Abstract: There is disclosed a process for preparing taurine from alkali isethionate by reacting alkali taurinates in the solution of ammonolysis reaction of alkali isethionate with ammonium bisulfite or ammonium sulfite to obtain taurine and to regenerate alkali bisulfite or alkali sulfite, which is used to react with ethylene oxide to afford alkali isethionate.

Abstract: A process for the preparation of dihalodiphenylsulfones such as 4,4?-dichlorodiphenyl sulfone or 4,4?-bis-(4-chlorophenylsulfonyl)biphenyl with high regioselectivity, at low temperature and in the absence of toxic reagents by reacting together at least one acid, at least one fluorinated anhydride and at least one halobenzene. The invented process is particularly suited for the manufacture of 4,4?-dichlorodiphenyl sulfone.

Abstract: What is described is a compound wherein R1 and R2 are the same or different, each a linear or branched alkyl with 1-9 carbons, or an alkenyl or alkynyl with 2 to 11 carbons; L1 and L2 are the same or different, each a linear alkyl having 3 to 18 carbons; X1 and X3 are —CO—O—; X3 is S or O; L3 is a lower alkyl; R3 is a lower alkyl; and R4 and R5 are the same or different, each a lower alkyl; or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: Described herein are compounds that are autotaxin inhibitors, methods of making such compounds, pharmaceutical compositions and medicaments comprising such compounds, and methods of using such compounds in the treatment of conditions, diseases, or disorders associated with autotaxin activity.

Abstract: Provided herein are bicyclic compounds and methods of synthesis thereof. The compounds provided herein are useful for the treatment, prevention, and/or management of various neurological disorders. Compounds provided herein inhibit reuptake of endogenous monoamines, such as dopamine, serotonin and norepinephrine (e.g., from the synaptic cleft) and modulate one or more monoamine transporter. Pharmaceutical formulations containing the compounds are also provided.

Abstract: A stable Crystalline Form II of non-solvate of Apremilast (Formula I), methods of making Form II, pharmaceutical compositions comprising Form II, and their uses are disclosed. Also discloses are mixed crystals comprising Form Hand Form B and methods of making the same. The crystalline forms are characterized using X-ray powder diffractometry (XRPD), infrared spectroscopy (IR), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), and thermal gravimetric analysis (TG). As compared with Forms A, B, C, D, E, F, and G reported in prior art references, Apremilast Form II of the present invention is more stable to temperature, light, and humidity, and is more suitable for long term storage; the crystallization solvents are safe and can be easily removed; the Form II has a white or off white appearance, and can be directly used in preparation processing; the preparation methods are simple and easy to reproduce, and are suitable for industrialized production.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) wherein: X is —O—, —S(O)r—, —CH2—, or —NR—, wherein r is 0, 1, or 2; X1, X2, and X5 are each independently CR7 or N; one of X3 or X4 is C and is attached by a single bond to -L-, and the other is CR7 or N, provided that no more than three of X1, X2, X3, X or X5 are N; Ring A is monocyclic C5-6scycloalkyl or a 5- to 6-membered monocyclic heterocyclyl comprising from 1 to 5 heteroatoms independently selected from N, S, or O; wherein Ring A is further optionally substituted with from 1 to 3 R4; provided that Ring A is not morpholinyl, thiomorpholinyl or tetrahydro-2H-pyranyl; L is a bond, —O—, —NR—, —S(O)n—, —CH2—, or —C(O)—, wherein n is 0, 1, or 2; 1 2 L1 is an C1-8alkylene, C3-scycloalkylene, —CH2-L2-, or a 3- to 8-membered heterocyclylene comprising 1 to 5; R1 is C6-20alkyl or a monocyclic C3-8cycloalkyl; wherein said C3-8cycloalkyl is substituted with at least one R6 and may be optionally substituted with from 1 to 5 additional R6 substituents, wherein R6 for each occurrence is inde

Abstract: Provided are methods for treating, reducing, alleviating, and/or inhibiting neuropathic pain by orally, intravenously or intrathecally administering an effective amount of an inhibitor of soluble epoxide hydrolase (“sEH”), to a patient in need thereof. The neuropathic pain treated is selected from the group consisting of post-herpetic neuralgia, trigeminal neuralgia, focal peripheral nerve injury, and anesthesia dolorosa, central pain due to stroke or mass lesion, spinal cord injury, or multiple sclerosis, and peripheral neuropathy due to diabetes, HIV, or chemotherapy.

Abstract: Processes for the preparation of 2-chloro-5-methylpyridine are described.

Abstract: A 3-(alkylsulfonyl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid or a salt thereof can be manufactured by comprising: allowing a compound represented by formula (1-N): wherein X represents a halogen atom, to react with a compound represented by formula (2): R2SM2??(2) wherein R2 represents a C1-8 straight-chain alkyl group, and M2 represents a hydrogen atom or an alkali metal, to give a compound represented by formula (3-N): wherein R2 and X are as defined above; allowing the compound (3-N) to react with hydrogen peroxide in the presence of a tungsten catalyst and an acid; reducing the product in the presence of a base and a heterogeneous transition metal catalyst; and hydrolyzing the product in the presence of a base.

Abstract: A compound expressed by any one of Structural Formulas (1) to (13), a method for producing the same, and a compound-containing composition, an anti-cancer agent, and an anti-Helicobacter pylori agent each containing the above compound.

Abstract: The present invention belongs to the technical field of organic chemistry, and specifically relates to a method for preparing rosuvastatin sodium.

Abstract: Disclosed are chemical entities which are inhibitors of Nedd8-activating enzyme (NAE), namely, the compound {(1S,2S,4R)-4-[(6-{[(1R,2S)-5-chloro-2-methoxy-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-1-yl]amino}pyrimidin-4-yl)oxy]-2-hydroxycyclopentyl}methyl sulfamate and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof; solid state forms thereof; and prodrugs thereof. Also disclosed are methods of using the chemical entities to treat disorders such as cancer.

Abstract: Provided herein are 5-fluoro-4-imino-3-(alkyl/substituted alkyl)-1-(arylsulfonyl)-3,4-dihydropyrimidin-2(1H)-one and processes for their preparation which may include the use of an alkali carbonate and an alkylating agent

Abstract: Described are cancer therapies and anti-cancer compounds. In particular, disclosed are inhibitors of Ack1 tyrosine kinase and their use in the treatment of cancer. Methods of screening for new Ack1 tyrosine kinase inhibitors are also disclosed. In specific example, compound having Formula I through IV are disclosed.

Abstract: Reactor for the synthesis of melamine from urea, in accordance with the high-pressure non-catalytic process, comprising: a vertical reactor body (1), at least one inlet (2) for the urea melt, a set of heating elements (3), and a central duct (7), said set of heating elements (3) being arranged inside said central duct.

Abstract: Provided herein are compounds of the formula (I): as well as pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein the substituents are as those disclosed in the specification. These compounds, and the pharmaceutical compositions containing them, are useful for the treatment of degenerative diseases and disorders.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to phenothiazine derivatives such as conjugates of phenothiazine compounds, as well as pharmaceutical compositions thereof. The present disclosure also relates to a method of making and the use of such compounds for treating cancer, e.g., a lung cancer, a colon cancer, breast cancer or pancreatic cancer.

Abstract: Sulfated and unsulfated flavonoid oligomers as inhibitors of cancer stem cells (CSCs) are provided. In particular, sulfated flavonoid dimers are shown to selectively inhibit CSCs growth and self-renewal both in vitro and in vivo.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are the conversion of estolide compounds having unsaturated fatty acid groups into estolides containing cyclic carbonate moieties and methods of making and using the same. The estolides containing a cyclic carbonate may be used to produce urethane containing estolides.

Abstract: Provided are a novel metal catalyst for preparing cyclic carbonate, and a method for preparing cyclic carbonate using the same, and more particularly, a method for selectively preparing cyclic carbonate in a high yield and at a higher conversion rate as compared to the existing catalysts, using the metal complex including a ligand represented by Chemical Formula 1 below and a trivalent metal in Group 8 or Group 13 as a catalyst and using various structures of epoxide compounds and carbon dioxide as raw materials. In addition, provided are the prepared cyclic carbonate, and an electrolyte including the same: in Chemical Formula 1, R1 is hydrogen, (C1-C20)alkyl or halogen; R2 is hydrogen, (C1-C20)alkyl, (C1-C20)alkoxy, halogen or nitro.

Abstract: Process for increasingly producing D-Lactide and meso lactide by depolymerizing by back biting polylactide (PLA) said process which comprises: (i) Depolymerizing polylactide into its corresponding dimeric cyclic esters by heating the polylactide in the presence of a catalyst system comprising a catalyst and a co-catalyst in a reaction zone at temperature and pressure at which the polylactide is molten; (ii) Forming a vapor product stream from the reaction zone; (iii) Removing the vapor product stream and optionally condense it; (iv) Recovering, either together or separately meso-lactide, D-lactide and L-lactide.

Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to compounds useful as immunomodulators. Provided herein are compounds, compositions comprising such compounds, and methods of their use. The disclosure further pertains to pharmaceutical compositions comprising at least one compound according to the disclosure that are useful for the treatment of various diseases, including cancer and infectious diseases.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are a novel crown ether with bulky and rigid groups and a method for preparing the same. Also provided are a lithium adsorbent comprising the novel crown ether immobilized onto a nanofiber, and a method for preparing the same. The lithium-selective crown ether is synthesized through intermolecular cyclization between a bulky epoxide and a rigid aromatic compound such as 1,2-dihydroxybenzene, and can effectively recover lithium ions. For use as a lithium adsorbent, the novel crown ether with both bulky and rigid subunits is immobilized onto a polymer nanofiber. The crown ether-immobilized polymer nanofibers may be formed into a recyclable membrane.

Abstract: The present invention provides a diaminopyrimidine derivative or its pharmaceutically acceptable salt, a process for the preparation thereof, a pharmaceutical composition comprising the same, and a use thereof. The diaminopyrimidine derivative or its pharmaceutically acceptable salt functions as a 5-HT4 receptor agonist, and therefore can be usefully applied for preventing or treating dysfunction in gastrointestinal motility, one of the gastrointestinal diseases, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), constipation, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), dyspepsia, post-operative ileus, delayed gastric emptying, gastroparesis, intestinal pseudo-obstruction, drug-induced delayed transit, or diabetic gastric atony.

Abstract: The invention relates to new quinoxaline derivative compounds, to pharmaceutical compositions comprising said compounds, to processes for the preparation of said compounds and to the use of said compounds in the treatment of diseases, e.g. cancer.

Abstract: The invention provides a novel class of compounds, pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds and methods of using such compounds to treat or prevent diseases or disorders associated with abnormal or deregulated kinase activity, particularly diseases or disorders that involve abnormal activation of B-Raf.

Abstract: The invention provides a novel class of compounds, pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds and methods of using such compounds to treat or prevent diseases or disorders associated with abnormal or deregulated kinase activity, particularly diseases or disorders that involve abnormal activation of B-Raf.

Abstract: There is provided a compound of formula (I) which is an inhibitor of the family of p38 mitogen-activated protein kinase enzymes, and to its use in therapy, including in pharmaceutical combinations, especially in the treatment of inflammatory diseases, including inflammatory diseases of the lung, such as asthma and COPD.

Abstract: The present invention provides, in part, compounds of Formula I: and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof; processes for the preparation of; intermediates used in the preparation of; and compositions containing such compounds or salts, and their uses for treating D1-mediated (or D1-associated) disorders including, e.g., schizophrenia (e.g., its cognitive and negative symptoms), schizotypal personality disorder, cognitive impairment (e.g., cognitive impairment associated with schizophrenia, AD, PD, or pharmacotherapy therapy), ADHD, Parkinson's disease, anxiety, and depression.

Abstract: There are provided compounds of formula I, wherein: Y represents NR2R3; one of R2 and R3 represents —[C2-4 alkylene-O]1-12—[C2-4 alkylene]-R2a and the other of R2 and R3 has a meaning given in the description; and R, R1, R2a, Ra, Rb, Q, X and Y have meanings given in the description, which compounds have antiinflammatory activity (e.g. through inhibition of one or more of members of: the family of p38 mitogen-activated protein kinase enzymes; Syk kinase; and members of the Src family of tyrosine kinases) and have use in therapy, including in pharmaceutical combinations, especially in the treatment of inflammatory diseases, including inflammatory diseases of the lung, eye and intestines.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new kinase inhibitors, more specifically ROCK inhibitors, compositions, in particular pharmaceuticals, comprising such inhibitors, and to uses of such inhibitors in the treatment and prophylaxis of disease. In particular, the present invention relates to new ROCK inhibitors, compositions, in particular pharmaceuticals, comprising such inhibitors, and to uses of such inhibitors in the treatment and prophylaxis of disease. In addition, the invention relates to methods of treatment and use of said compounds in the manufacture of a medicament for the application to a number of therapeutic indications including Respiratory and Gastro-Intestinal diseases.

Abstract: Provided is a compound represented by formula (1a) or a pharmacologically acceptable salt thereof, which can be used as a phosphodiesterase (PDE) inhibitor. R1 to R6 in the formula each independently represent an alkyl group or the like.

Abstract: The present invention comprises compounds of Formula I. wherein: X, A1, A2, A3, A4, R1, R2, and R3 are defined in the specification. The invention also comprises a method of treating or ameliorating a syndrome, disorder or disease, wherein said syndrome, disorder or disease is rheumatoid arthritis or psoriasis. The invention also comprises a method of modulating ROR?t activity in a mammal by administration of a therapeutically effective amount of at least one compound of claim 1.

Abstract: The disclosures herein relate to novel compounds of formula wherein W, X and Y1, Y2, Y3 and Y4 are defined herein, and their use in treating, preventing, ameliorating, controlling or reducing the risk of neurological or psychiatric disorders associated with orexin receptors.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a pure enantiomer of 1-(5-(4-chloro-3, 5-dimethoxyphenyl)furan-2-yl)-2-ethoxy-2-(4-(5-methyl-1,3,4-thiadiazol-2-yl)phenyl)ethanone, in particular, (S)-1-(5-(4-chloro-3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)furan-2-yl)-2-ethoxy-2-(4-(5-methyl-1,3,4-thiadiazol-2-yl)phenyl)ethanone. The present invention is also directed a crystal structure of (S)-1-(5-(4-chloro-3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)furan-2-yl)-2-ethoxy-2-(4-(5-methyl-1,3,4-thiadiazol-2-yl)phenyl)ethanone, a pharmaceutical composition of (S)-1-(5-(4-chloro-3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)furan-2-yl)-2-ethoxy-2-(4-(5-methyl-1,3,4-thiadiazol-2-yl)phenyl)ethanone, a method of inhibiting PDE10 with (S)-1-(5-(4-chloro-3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)furan-2-yl)-2-ethoxy-2-(4-(5-methyl-1,3,4-thiadiazol-2-yl)phenyl)ethanone, and a process and particular individual intermediates used in the production of (S)-1-(5-(4-chloro-3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)furan-2-yl)-2-ethoxy-2-(4-(5-methyl-1,3,4-thiadiazol-2-yl)phenyl)ethanone.

Abstract: Pyrazolo[3,4-c]pyridine compounds of Formula I, including stereoisomers, geometric isomers, tautomers, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein R1 and R2 are as defined herein, are useful for inhibiting Pim kinase, and for treating disorders such as cancer mediated by Pim kinase. Methods of using compounds of Formula I for in vitro, in situ, and in vivo diagnosis, prevention or treatment of such disorders in mammalian cells, or associated pathological conditions, are disclosed.

Abstract: A series of substituted [1,2,4]triazolo[4,3-a]pyridine derivatives, being potent modulators of human TNF activity, are accordingly of benefit in the treatment and/or prevention of various human ailments, including autoimmune and inflammatory disorders; neurological and neurodegenerative disorders; pain and nociceptive disorders; cardiovascular disorders; metabolic disorders; ocular disorders; and oncological disorders.

Abstract: The present invention relates to azaindolle acetic acid derivatives of formula (I), wherein R1 and R2 are as described in the description and their use as prostaglandin receptor modulators, most particularly as prostaglandin D2 receptor modulators, in the treatment of various prostaglandin-mediated diseases and disorders, to pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds and to processes for their preparation.

Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosure relate to tetrahydropyrazolopyrimidine compounds that act as antagonists or inhibitors for Toll-like receptors 7 and/or 8, and their use in pharmaceutical compositions effective for treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and lupus nephritis.

Abstract: Provided are compounds, compositions and methods for inhibiting fascin activity or treating a condition or disorder mediated by fascin activity in a subject in need thereof.

Abstract: The invention discloses a method for preparing Palbociclib (I). The preparation method comprises the steps of: causing a ring-closing reaction of 2-acetyl-2-butenoic acid methyl ester and malononitrile to occur in an alkaline condition to generate 1,4,5,6-tetrahydro-2-methoxyl-4-methyl-5-acetyl-6-oxy-3-pyridine carbonitrile (II); causing a substitution reaction of the intermediate(II) and halogenated cyclopentane(III) to occur under the effect of acid binding agent to generate N-cyclopentyl-1,4,5,6-tetrahydro-2-methoxyl-4-methyl-5-acetyl-6-oxy-3-pyridinecarbonitrile (IV); causing a condensation reaction of the intermediate(IV) and N-[5-(1-piperazinyl)-2-pyridinyl]guanidine (V) to occur to generate 6-acetyl-8-cyclopentyl-5,8-dihydro-5-methyl-2-[[5-(1-piperazinyl)-2-pyridinyl]amino]-pyrido[2,3-d]pyrimidin-7(6H)-one (VI); and causing a dehydrogenation reaction of the intermediate(VI) and sodium selenate to occur to prepare Palbociclib(I).

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of Formula I and the pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, which are inhibitors of the ROMK (Kir1.1) channel. The compounds may be used as diuretic and/or natriuretic agents and for the therapy and prophylaxis of medical conditions including cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension, heart failure and chronic kidney disease and conditions associated with excessive salt and water retention.

Abstract: The invention encompasses a novel process for making piperidinone carboxamide indane and azainane derivatives, which are CGRP receptor antagonists useful for the treatment of migraine.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds that are useful as inhibitors of the activity of Wee-1 kinase. The present invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds and to methods of using these compounds in the treatment of cancer and methods of treating cancer.

Abstract: Presently provided are IDO inhibitors and pharmaceutical compositions thereof, useful for modulating an activity of indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase; treating indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase (IDO) mediated immunosuppression; treating a medical conditions that benefit from the inhibition of enzymatic activity of indoleamine-2,3-dioxygenase; enhancing the effectiveness of an anti-cancer treatment comprising administering an anti-cancer agent; treating tumor-specific immunosuppression associated with cancer; and treating immunosuppression associated with an infectious disease.

Abstract: This invention is directed to compounds, which are PDE9 enzyme inhibitors. The invention provides a pharmaceutical composition comprising a therapeutically effective amount of a compound of the invention and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. The present invention also provides processes for the preparation of the compounds of formula (I). The present invention further provides a method of treating a subject suffering from a neurodegenerative disorder comprising administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a compound of formula (I). The present invention further provides a method of treating a subject suffering from a psychiatric disorder comprising administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a compound of formula (I).

Abstract: Disclosed are a joint production method and device for aziridine, piperazine and triethylenediamine. The method comprises: reaction 1, preparing piperazine and triethylenediamine by taking ethanol amine as a raw material under the existence of a cyclamine catalyst; reaction 2, preparing aziridine by taking the ethanol amine as the raw material under the existence of a catalyst B; and taking heat released in the reaction 1 as a heat source of heat absorption in the reaction 2. The device comprises a reactor 1 for carrying out the reaction 1 and the heat exchange between reaction materials of the reaction 1 and the raw material of the reaction 2 and a reactor 2 for carrying out the reaction 2.