Abstract: There are provided a method of forming a resist pattern in which a resist pattern is formed on top of a substrate by using a chemically amplified resist composition and conducting patterning two or more times, the method being capable of reducing the extent of damage, caused by the second patterning, imposed upon the first resist pattern that is formed by the first patterning; as well as a resist composition that is useful for forming the first resist pattern in this method of forming a resist pattern. The method includes forming of a first resist pattern using a resist composition containing a thermal base generator as a chemically amplified resist composition during first patterning, and then conducting a hard bake for baking the first resist pattern under a bake condition such that a base is generated from the thermal base generator, prior to the second patterning.

Abstract: Compounds are provided which can be useful in reducing the activity of an angiotensin-converting enzyme and thus be used to treat or prevent a renin-angiotensin aldosterone system-related disorder. These compounds include lipoic acid derivatives such as prolyl lipoic acid and pipecolinyl lipoic acid, and other compounds, and these compounds are useful in treating hypertension, stroke, or other renin-angiotensin aldosterone system-related disorders in human or animal patients. Pharmaceutical compositions prepared using these compounds and methods of treatment using these compounds are also provided.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are disclosed in embodiments relating to induction of cell death such as in cancer cells. Compounds and related methods for synthesis and use thereof, including the use of compounds in therapy for the treatment of cancer and selective induction of apoptosis in cells are disclosed. Compounds are disclosed in connection with modification of procaspases such as procaspase-3. In embodiments, compositions are capable of activation of procaspase-3.

Abstract: There is provided a halogen-containing organosulfur compound having a controlling effect on arthropod pests represented by the formula (I): wherein m represents 0, 1 or 2; n represents 0, 1 or 2; A represents an optionally substituted 3- to 8-membered saturated heterocyclic group; Q represents a fluorine atom or a C1-C5 haloalkyl group having at least one fluorine atom; R1, R1a and R3 independently represent an optionally halogenated C1-C4 chain hydrocarbon group, etc.; R2, R2a and R4 independently represent an optionally halogenated C1-C4 chain hydrocarbon group, etc.

Abstract: Disclosed are highly convergent processes for preparing compounds of formula (I), which compounds are potent active agents for the treatment of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection: The disclosed processes use SNAr-type coupling reactions between peptidic compounds having a hydroxyproline moiety of the following formula: and halogenated or sulfonated bromoquinoline compounds.

Abstract: This invention relates to compounds of the Formula (I): or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, solvate, ester or isomer thereof, which is useful for the treatment of diseases or conditions mediated by LpxC.

Abstract: The present invention provides an agent that modulates physiological condition of pests, wherein the agent has an ability to modulate the activity of an insect vesicle-fusing ATPase; a method for assaying pesticidal activity of a test substance, which comprises measuring the activity of a vesicle-fusing ATPase in a reaction system in which the vesicle-fusing ATPase contacts with a test substance, and the like.

Abstract: The present application relates to a method for producing an optically active ?-amino acid derivative, comprising steps of reacting an ?-haloester derivative represented by the general formula (1): of which alcohol part of the ester group is an optically active alcohol derivative, with an amine compound; then deprotecting the obtained compound; further carrying out an ester exchange reaction. According to the present invention method, it is possible to easily produce an optically active ?-amino acid ester derivative which is useful as an intermediate for drugs with high selectivity.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new phenylpiperidine modulators of ?-opioid receptors, pharmaceutical compositions thereof, and methods of use thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pipecolic linker and its use as a solid-phase linker in organic synthesis. Said pipecolic solid-phase linker may be used for coupling functional groups chosen between primary amines, secondary amines, aromatic amines, alcohols, phenols and thiols. In particular, said pipecolic solid-phase linker may be used for peptide or pseudopeptide synthesis, such as the reverse N to C peptide synthesis or the retro-inverso peptide synthesis, or for the synthesis of small organic molecules.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the stereoselective synthesis of (4aS,7aS)-octahydro-1H-pyrrolo[3,4-b]pyridine, as well as the conversion thereof, to give Moxifloxacin. Particularly, the present invention relates to a method for the synthesis of (4aS,7aS)-octahydro-1H-pyrrolo[3,4-b]pyridine of formula (I) comprising: (a) the optical resolution by enzymatic hydrolysis of the intermediate dialkyl-1-alkylcarbonylpiperidine-2,3-dicarboxylate racemate of formula (II) to give, following isolation, the intermediate dialkyl-(2S,3R)-1-alkylcarbonyl-piperidine-2,3-dicarboxylate of formula (III) in which AIk is a straight or branched C1-C5 alkyl group; (b) the conversion of the intermediate (III) to (4aR,7aS)-1-alkylcarbonylhexahydrofuro[3,4-b]pyridine-5,7-dione of formula (IV) in which AIk has the meanings set forth above; (c) the conversion of the intermediate (IV) to (4aS,7as)-octahydro-1H-pyrrolo[3,4-b]pyridine of formula (I) with an optical purity above 99%.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a compound of formula (I): wherein i, j, n, o, p, q, r, R1a, R1b, R1c, R1d, R2a, R2b, R2c, R2d, R3a, R3b and R4 are as defined herein, or an addition salt with an acid thereof, or a hydrate or solvate thereof, its preparation, pharmaceutical composition, and uses for treating a disease in which the enzyme 11?-HSD1 is involved.

Abstract: A compound of formula (I) P—W—C(?X)-L-Q??(I) wherein P is an optionally substituted aryl or heteroaryl group; W is an optionally substituted 6 or 7-membered aliphatic ring comprising ring atoms Y1 and Y2 independently selected from Oxygen and Nitrogen, X is selected from Oxygen, Nitrogen and Sulphur; L is an optional C1-4 linker; and Q is an optionally substituted 4-7 membered aliphatic ring: for use in the treatment of chemokine mediated diseases or disorders.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of novel pyrrolopyrazine derivatives of Formula I, wherein the variables Q and R are defined as described herein, which inhibit JAK and SYK and are useful for the treatment of auto-immune and inflammatory diseases.

Abstract: The present invention relates to aralkyl piperidine derivatives, compositions containing the same, and their uses in the preparation of antalgic or ataractic medicament. The said derivatives are a free base of the compound represented by the following formula or a salt thereof. The pharmacological experiments show that they display favorable antalgic, ataractic activity and low side effects.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel derivatives of short-chain fatty acids, in particular derivatives of butyric acid, useful for all the known clinical applications of the latter, which show physicochemical characteristics suitable for an easy oral administration, being devoid of the unpleasant organoleptic properties that characterize butyrate. The new compounds are amide derivatives which can be synthesized by reaction of the corresponding fatty acid halide with a naturally occurring amino acid, phenylalanine or a suitable derivative thereof, and which are in a poorly hygroscopic, easily weighable form, stable to acids and alkalis and able to release the acid at the small and large bowel level in a constant manner over time. They do not have disagreeable odors and are practically tasteless, thus allowing the manufacture of preparations for oral administration also suitable for the therapy of chronic diseases and in the pediatric field.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of novel pyrrolopyrazine derivatives of Formula I, wherein the variables Q1 and R are defined as described herein, which inhibit JAK and SYK and are useful for the treatment of auto-immune and inflammatory diseases.

Abstract: Among other things, the present invention provides novel compounds capable of effectively inhibiting inflammatory responses that are mediated by G-proteins or GPCRs in neutrophils, macrophages and platelets. In particular, compounds of the present invention act as inhibitors of edema, inhibitors of erythema and inhibitors of MPO (myeloperoxidase), pharmaceutical compositions containing the same compounds and the use thereof for the treatment of diseases that may benefit from edema, erythema and MPO inhibition, such as inflammation (acute or chronic), asthma, autoimmune diseases, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) (e.g., emphysema, chronic bronchitis and small airways disease, etc.), inflammatory responses of the immune system, skin diseases (e.g., reducing acute skin irritation for patients suffering from rosacea, atopic dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis), irritable bowel syndrome (e.g., Chron's disease and ulcerative colitis, etc.), and central nervous system disorders (e.g.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel piperidine derivatives useful as monoamine neurotransmitter re-uptake inhibitors. In other aspects the invention relates to the use of these compounds in a method for therapy and to pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of the formula; and their use in therapy.

Abstract: The invention relates to an insect- and mite-repelling agent, characterized by a content of at least one substituted, enantiomer-enriched ?-,?-amino alcohol derivative of formula (1) wherein X represents hydrogen, COR11 or R13, R13 represents C1-C6 alkyl, R1 represents C1-C7 alkyl, C3-C7alkenyl or C2-C7 alkinyl, R2 R11, R13 are identical or different and represent C1-C6 alkyl or C2-C7 alkenyl, R3-R8 are identical or different and represent hydrogen or C1-C6 alkyl, wherein R2 and R3 or R3 and R7 or R3 and R5 or R5 and R7 can also form, together with the atoms to which they are bonded, a 5- or 6-membered monocycle ring. Also disclosed is a method for producing said agent.

Abstract: A radiation-sensitive resin composition includes a compound shown by a formula (1) in which R1 represents a divalent hydrocarbon group having 1 to 20 carbon atoms and R2 represents a hydrogen atom or a monovalent hydrocarbon group having 1 to 20 carbon atoms, or R1 and R2 form a heterocyclic structure having 4 to 20 carbon atoms, R3 represents a monovalent acid-dissociable group, n is an integer from 1 to 6, each of R4A, R4B, and R4C represents one of an alkyl group having 1 to 4 carbon atoms and a monovalent alicyclic hydrocarbon group having 4 to 20 carbon atoms, or R4A represents one of an alkyl group having 1 to 4 carbon atoms and a monovalent alicyclic hydrocarbon group having 4 to 20 carbon atoms and R4B and R4C form a divalent alicyclic hydrocarbon group having 4 to 20 carbon atoms.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for controlling plant pests, particularly weeds and/or plant phytopathogens using sarmentine and/or analogs thereof are disclosed.

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: A subject of the invention is the use of a salt with a dedicated task of formula (I): A+-L-R—OY, X? as soluble support for peptide synthesis, in which: X? represents a functional or non-functional anion, Y represents either a hydrogen atom, or a —COOR1 group, R1 representing in particular an alkyl group comprising 1 to 20 carbon atoms, A+ represents a cationic entity, L represents an arm, in particular an alkyl group of 3 to 20 carbon atoms, R represents in particular a group of formula —C(Ra)(Rb)—, Ra and Rb representing independently of one another in particular a hydrogen or an alkyl group, comprising 1 to 20 carbon atoms.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of compounds of the general Formula (XIII): wherein A7 is C?O, C?S, SO2, CH—OR13, C?NR12, or CH2—CHOR13; A8 is C(R14)2, O, S, or NR12; A9 is C?O, C?S, SO2, CH—OR13, C?NR12, or CH2—CHOR13; m is 0, or 1 q is 0, or 1 r is 0, or 1 R12 is H, CH3, CH2—CH3, C6H5, OCH3, OCH2—CH3, OH, or SH; R13 is H, CH3, or CH2—CH3; R14 is H, alkyl, alkoxy, OH, or SH;

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of Formula I, wherein the R, R1, R2, R3, X, Y, A, Q, E, and G are defined herein. These compounds bind to aspartic proteases to inhibit their activity and are useful in the treatment or amelioration of diseases associated with aspartic protease activity. Also disclosed are methods of use of the compounds of Formula I for ameliorating or treating aspartic protease related disorders in a subject in need thereof.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for controlling molluscs, members of the Gastropoda and Bivalvia classes which includes but is not limited to lactones, lactams, carbamates, amides, and/or carboxylic acid containing compounds as active ingredients and/or compounds derived from Pseudomonas and/or Erwinia. Also provided are methods and compositions for increasing the efficacy of chemical and biological control for invasive molluscs in open waters, power plants, and drinking water treatment facilities under coldwater conditions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of formula I, The compounds of formula I are valuable pharmacologically active compounds. They exhibit a strong anti-thrombotic effect and are suitable, for example, for the therapy and prophylaxis of cardio-vascular disorders like thromboembolic diseases or restenoses. They are inhibitors of the blood clotting enzymes, especially factor VIIa and can in general be applied in conditions in which an undesired activity of factor VIIa is present or for the cure or prevention of which an inhibition of factor VIIa is intended. The invention furthermore relates to processes for the preparation of compounds of formula I, their use, in particular as active ingredients in pharmaceuticals, and pharmaceutical preparations comprising them.

Abstract: [Problems] To provide compounds useful as preventives or remedies for circulatory diseases, nervous diseases, metabolic diseases, reproductive system diseases, and digestive diseases. [Means for Solving Problems] Compounds represented by the general formula (I) or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof: wherein R1 is C1-6 alkyl, C3-8 cycloalkyl, or the like; R2 is phenyl, heteroaryl, or the like; Q is N or CH; and M1, M2, M3 and M4 are each independently hydrogen or C1-6 alkyl, or alternatively M1 together with M2 or M3 forms —CH2-CH2- or the like, or M4 together with M2 or M3 forms —CH2-CH2- or the like, with the proviso that M1, M2, M3, and M4 are such that one —CH2- or —CH2-CH2- group is formed thereamong.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel 1-phenethylpiperidine derivatives useful as opioid receptor ligands. More specifically, the invention provides compounds useful as ? opioid receptor ligands. In other aspects the invention relates to the use of these compounds in a method for therapy, such as for the treatment of pain, and to pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds of the invention.

Abstract: The present application discloses a compound, or enantiomers, stereoisomers, rotamers, tautomers, racemates or prodrug of said compound, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates or esters of said compound, or of said prodrug, said compound having the general structure shown in Formula 1: or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, solvate or ester thereof, wherein the various moieties are defined herein. Also disclosed is a method of treating chemokine mediated diseases, such as, palliative therapy, curative therapy, prophylactic therapy of certain diseases and conditions such as inflammatory diseases (non-limiting example(s) include, psoriasis), autoimmune diseases (non-limiting example(s) include, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis), graft rejection (non-limiting example(s) include, allograft rejection, xenograft rejection), infectious diseases (e.

Abstract: A series of substituted aryl sulfone derivatives represented by Formula I, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. Pharmaceutical compositions comprise an effective amount of the instant compounds, either alone, or in combination with one or more other therapeutically active compounds, and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. Methods of treating conditions associated with, or caused by, calcium channel activity, including, for example, acute pain, chronic pain, visceral pain, inflammatory pain, neuropathic pain, urinary incontinence, itchiness, allergic dermatitis, epilepsy, diabetic neuropathy, irritable bowel syndrome, depression, anxiety, multiple sclerosis, sleep disorder, bipolar disorder and stroke, comprise administering an effective amount of the present compounds, either alone, or in combination with one or more other therapeutically active compounds.

Abstract: The invention relates to a DGAT inhibitor of formula (I), including any stereochemically isomeric form thereof, wherein A represents CH or N; the dotted line represents an optional bond in case A represents a carbon atom; X represents —O—C(?O)—; —C(?O)—C(?O)—; —NRX—C(?O)—; —Z—C(?O)—; —Z—NRX—C(?O)—; —C(?O)—Z—; —NRX—C(?O)—Z—; —C(?S)—; —NRX—C(?S)—; —Z—C(?S)—; —Z—NRX—C(?S)—; —C(?S)—Z—; —NRX—C(?S)—Z—; Z represents a bivalent radical selected from C1-6alkanediyl, C2-6alkenediyl or C2-6alkynediyl; wherein each of said C1-6alkanediyl, C2-6alkenediyl or C2-6alkynediyl may optionally be substituted; and wherein two hydrogen atoms attached to the same carbon atom in C1-6alkanediyl may optionally be replaced by C1-6alkanediyl; Y represents —C(?O)—NRX— or —NRX—C(?O)—; R1 represents adamantanyl, C3-6cycloalkyl; aryl1 or Het1; R2 represents C3-6cycloalkyl, phenyl, naphtalenyl, 2,3-dihydro-1,4-benzodioxinyl, 1,3-benzodioxolyl, 2,3-dihydrobenzofuranyl or a 6-membered aromatic heterocycle containing 1 or 2 N atoms, wherein sai

Abstract: The present application describes modulators of MCP-1 of formula (I): or pharmaceutically acceptable salt forms thereof, useful for the prevention of rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, atherosclerosis, asthma, restinosis, organ transplantation, and cancer.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel N-piperidin-4-ylmethyl amide derivatives useful as monoamine neurotransmitter re-uptake inhibitors. In other aspects the invention relates to the use of these compounds in a method for therapy, and to pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds of the invention.

Abstract: The invention relates to a DGAT inhibitor of formula (I): including any stereochemically isomeric form thereof, wherein A represents CH or N; the dotted line represents an optional bond in case A represents a carbon atom; X represents —C(?O)—; —O—C(?O)—; C(?O)—C(?O)—; —NRx—C(?O)—; —Z1—C(O)—; —Z1—NRx—C(?O)—; —C(?O)—Z1—; —NRx—C(?O)—Z1—; —S(?O)p-; —C(?S)—; —NRx—C(?S)—; —Z1—C(?S)—; —Z1—NRx—C(?S)—; —C(?S)—Z1-; NRx—C(?S)—Z—; Y represents NRx—C(=0)-Z2—; —NRx—C(=0)-Z2—NRy—; —NRx—C(=0)-Z 2—NRy—C(=0)—; —NRx—C(=0)-Z2—NRy—C(=0)-; O—; —NRx—C(=0)-Z2-0-; —NRx—C(=0)-Z2-0-C(=0)-; —NRx—C(=0)-Z2—C(=0)-; —NRx—C(=0)-Z2—C(=0)-; —NRx—C(=0)-0-Z2—C(=0)-; —NRx—C(=0)-0-Z2—C(=0)-0-; —NRx—C(?O)—O—Z2—O—C(?O)—; —NRx—C(?O)—Z2—C(?O)—NRy—; —NRx—C(?O)—Z2—NRy—C(=0)-NRy—; —C(?O)—Z2—; —C(?O)—Z2—O—; —C(=0)-NRx—Z2—; —C(=0)-NRx—Z2-0-; —C(=0)-NRx—Z2—C(=0)-0-; —C(=0)-NRx—Z2-0-C(=0)-; —C(=0)-NRx—Z2—NRy—; —C(=0)—NRx—Z2—NRy—C(=0)-; —C(=0)-NRx—Z2—NRy—C(=0)-0-; R1 represents C1-12alkyl optionally substituted with cyano, C1-4alkyloxy, C1-4alkyl-oxyC1-4alkyl

Abstract: The present invention relates to the novel antibacterial compounds having potent antibacterial activity as inhibitors of peptide deformylase. This invention further relates to pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, to processes for their preparation, and to pharmaceutical compositions containing them as an active ingredient.

Abstract: Novel substituted adamantane 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 heterocyclic compounds that bind to Bcl proteins and inhibit Bcl function, compositions comprising such compounds, and methods for treating and modulating disorders associated with hyperproliferation, such as cancer.

Abstract: A novel therapeutic agent for hyperlipidemia, which is an ester compound represented by the formula (1?) (wherein R1 and R2 are each hydrogen atom or optionally substituted aryl, etc.; X is —COO— or —CON(R10)—; R3 and R4 are each hydrogen atom, C1-C6 alkyl or C1-C6 alkoxy, etc.; R5, R6 and R7 are each hydrogen atom, C1-C6 alkyl or C1-C6 alkoxy, etc.; R9 and R9 are each independently hydrogen atom, C1-C6 alkyl, —CON(R18) (R19) or —COO(R20), etc.; ring A, ring B and ring C are each independently aryl or heterocycle residue, etc.; Alk1 and Alk2 are each independently alkanediyl, etc.; l and m are each an integer of 0 or 1 to 3) or a prodrug thereof, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of either. The therapeutic agent selectively inhibits MTP in the small intestine, thus causes no such side effect as a fatty liver.

Abstract: The invention relates to substituted phenoxyacetic acids of formula (I), where the variables are as defined in claim 1, as useful pharmaceutical compounds for treating respiratory disorders, pharmaceutical compositions containing them, and processes for their preparation.

Abstract: A (meth)acrylate compound having a nitrogen-containing cyclic group, a photosensitive polymer, and a resist composition including the same, the (meth)acrylate compound being represented by the following Chemical Formula 1:

Abstract: Novel Amino Acid Derivatives and Pharmaceutical Uses Thereof Provided are novel compounds of Formula I: wherein ‘X’ represents an amino acid group, ‘n’ is an integer between 1 and 4, ‘R1’ represents benzyl, t-butyl or 9-fluorenylmethyl and ‘R2’ represents a tetramethylmercaptoimidazole derivative or —S+R3R4, wherein R3 and R4 each independently represent lower alkyl, or a pharmaceutically and/or veterinarily acceptable derivative thereof. Further provided are pharmaceutical formulations of the compounds and the use thereof in the preparation of a medicament for inhibiting diseases in which transglutaminase has been implicated. Advantageously, the medicament is for treating fibrosis, scarring and/or cancer. Additionally provided are methods, of inhibiting autoimmune diseases such as coeliac disease, neurodegeneration and chronic inflammatory diseases (e.g.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (II) are antibacterial agents wherein Q represents a radical of the formula: —N(OH)CH(?O) or the formula: —C(?O)NH(OH); R1 represents hydrogen, C1-C6 alkyl or C1-C6 alkyl substituted by one or more halogen atoms, or, except when Q is a radical of the formula: —N(OH)CH(?O), a hydroxy, C1-C6 alkoxy, C1-C6 alkenyloxy, amino, C1-C6 alkylamino, or di-(C1-C6 alkylamino group; R2 represents a substituted or unsubstituted C1-C6 alkyl, cycloalkyl(C1-C6 alkyl)- or aryl(C1-C6 alkyl)-group; and A represents a group of formula (IIA), or (IIB) wherein R4 represents the side chain of a natural or non-natural alpha amino acid, and R5 and R6 when taken together with the nitrogen atom to which they are attached form a saturated heterocyclic first ring of 5 to 7 atoms as specified in the description.

Abstract: The invention is directed to novel isonipecotamide derivatives of Formula (I): which are useful in treating integrin-mediated disorders.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for producing an optically active 3-aminopiperidine or salt thereof. In the method, a racemic nipecotamide is stereoselectively hydrolyzed to obtain an optically active nipecotamide and an optically active nipecotic acid in the presence of an enzyme source derived from an organism, and then the optically active nipecotamide is derived into an optically active aminopiperidine or salt thereof by aroylation, Hofmann rearrangement, deprotection of the amino group and further deprotection; or the optically active nipecotamide is derived into an optically active aminopiperidine or salt thereof by selective protection with BOC, Hofmann rearrangement and further deprotection. It is possible by the present invention to produce an optically active 3-aminopiperidine or salt thereof useful as a pharmaceutical intermediate from an inexpensive and easily available starting material by easy method applicable to industrial manufacturing.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for treating a disease in an animal, which disease is responsive to inhibiting of functional cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) polypeptide by administering to a mammal in need thereof an effective amount of a compound defined herein (including those compounds set forth in Tables 1-2 or encompassed by formulas I-V) or compositions thereof, thereby treating the disease. The present invention particularly, relates to a method of treating diarrhea and polycystic kidney disease.

Abstract: An alternate process for synthesizing opiate or opioid analgesics and anesthetics, and intermediates thereof is provided. In particular, a process of synthesizing synthetic opiate or opioid compounds such as, for example, remifentanil, carfentanil, sufentanil, fentanyl, and alfentanil are disclosed.

Abstract: Compounds and compositions for modulating the activity of p38 kinases are provided, including p38? and p38? kinase. Methods for treating, preventing or ameliorating one or more symptoms of a p38 kinase mediated disease or disorder are also provided.