Abstract: The present invention relates to improved methods for the production, isolation and purification of epothilone B. These methods include, for example, a fermentation process for the production of epothilone B, isolation via adsorption onto a resin, and subsequent purification.

Abstract: The invention concerns compounds which can be obtained by fermenting DSM 6773, especially epothilones A1, A2, A8, A9, B10, C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C6, C7, C8, C9, D1, D2, D5, G1, G2, H1, H2, I1, I2, I3, I4, I5, I6 and K and trans-epothilones C1 and C2.

Abstract: A compound of formula (I) or pharmaceutically acceptable salts and solvates thereof. R1 and R2 are independently H or C1-3alkyl, m is 0–3; X1 is NH, NCH3, O, S; R3, R4 and R5 are independently H, CH3, CF3, OCH3, allyl or halogen; X2 is (CR10R11)n wherein n is 1 or 2; R10 and R11 independently represent H, fluorine or C1-16alkyl; R26 and R27 are independently H, C1-3 alkyl or R26 and R27 together with the carbon atom to which they are bonded form a 3–5 membered cycloalklyl ring. R6 and R7 independently represent H, fluorine or C1-16alkyl; R9 is C1-6alkyl or CF3; One of Y and Z is N, the other is S or O; Each R8 independently represents CF3, OCH3, CH3 or halogen; y is O, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.

Abstract: A method for making epothilones and epothilone analogs is described, as are novel compounds made by the method. One embodiment of the method was used to synthesize epothilone B by a convergent approach that entailed Wittig coupling of an ylide derived from phosphonium bromide with an aldehyde. The former was prepared from propargyl alcohol by a nine-step pathway which installed both trisubstituted double bonds with clean Z configuration. Macrolactonization of a resulting seco acid provided the following intermediate diene epothilone analog.

Abstract: This invention provides compounds of Formula I having the structure or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, which are useful in treating metabolic disorders related to insulin resistance or hyperglycemia.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of the formula wherein A is of the formula and X, Y, n, R1–R25 are as described in the specification which are modulators of the glucocorticoid receptor and are thus useful for the treatment of animals requiring glucocorticoid receptor agonist therapy. Glucocorticoid receptor modulators are useful in the treatment of certain inflammatory conditions.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel indane acetic acid derivatives which are useful in the treatment of diseases such as diabetes, obesity, hyperlipidemia, and atherosclerotic diseases. The invention also relates to intermediates useful in preparation of indane acetic derivatives and to methods of preparation.

Abstract: This invention discloses compounds that alter PPAR activity. The invention also discloses pharmaceutically acceptable salts of the compounds, pharmaceutically acceptable compositions comprising the compounds or their salts, and methods of using them as therapeutic agents for treating or preventing hyperlipidemia and hypercholesteremia in a mammal. The present invention also discloses method for making the disclosed compounds.

Abstract: Compounds are provided which have the structure wherein Q is C or N, X1 is C or N, and R1, R2, R2a, R2b, R2c, R3, Y, A, m, n, X2, X3 and X4 are as defined herein, which compounds are useful as antidiabetic, hypolipidemic, and antiobesity agents.

Abstract: The invention relates to a new process for concentrating epothilones in culture media, a new process for the production of epothilones, a new process for separating epothilones A and B and a new strain obtained by mutagenesis for the production of epothilones, as well as aspects related thereto. New crystal forms of epothilone B are also described.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates and hydrolysable esters thereof wherein X is O or S X1 is O or S; X is S or O; R1 and R2 are independently H, methyl, or halogen; R4 and R5 are independently H or C1-3 alkyl or R4 and R5 may, together with the carbon atom to which they are bonded, form a 3–5 membered cycloalkyl ring; R6 and R7 are independently H, C1-3 alkyl, or allyl; each R3 is independently halogen, C1-6 straight or branched alkyl, or CF3; and y is 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 act as hPPAR alpha agonists.

Abstract: The present invention relates to epothilones C, D, E and F, their preparation and their use for the production of therapeutic compositions and compositions for plant protection.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the preparation of compounds of the formula (I) by reacting compounds of the formula (II) in which R1, R2, R4 and Het are as defined in the description, with anhydrous hydrogen halide in the presence of a nitrile.

Abstract: The present invention provides convergent processes for preparing epothilone A and B, desoxyepothilones A and B, and analogues thereof, useful in the treatment of cancer and cancer which has developed a multidrug-resistant phenotype. Also provided are intermediates useful for preparing said epothilones.

Abstract: A method for making epothilones and epothilone analogs is described, as are novel compounds made by the method. One embodiment of the method was used to synthesize epothilone B by a convergent approach that entailed Wittig coupling of an ylide derived from phosphonium bromide with an aldehyde. The former was prepared from propargyl alcohol by a nine-step pathway which installed both trisubstituted double bonds with clean Z configuration. Macrolactonization of a resulting seco acid provided the following intermediate diene epothilone analog. Selective saturation of the 9,10-olefin and subsequent epoxidation provided epothilone B.

Abstract: This invention provides a compound of the formula: or its pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein A is partially unsaturated or unsaturated five membered heterocyclic, or partially unsaturated or unsaturated five membered carbocyclic, wherein the 4-(sulfonyl)phenyl and the 4-substituted phenyl in the formula (I) are attached to ring atoms of Ring A, which are adjacent to each other; R1 is optionally substituted aryl or heteroaryl, with the proviso that when A is pyrazole, R1 is heteroaryl; R2 is C1-4 alkyl; halo-substituted C1-4 alkyl, C1-4 alkylamino, C1-4 dialkylamino or amino; R3, R4 and R5 are independently hydrogen, halo, C1-4 alkyl, halo-substituted C1-4 alkyl or the like; or two of R3, R4 and R5 are taken together with atoms to which they are attached and form a 4-7 membered ring. R6 and R7 are independently hydrogen, halo, C1-4 alkyl, halo-substituted C1-4 alkyl, C1-4 alkoxy, C1-4 alkylthio, C1-4 alkylamino or N,N-di C1-4 alkylamino; and m and n are independently 1, 2, 3 or 4.

Abstract: The invention relates to a desorption process for epothilones, especially epothilone A and/or epothilone B, from resins and new production, work-up or purification processes or manufacturing methods for epothilones comprising said desorption process, as well as the use of certain solvents for the desorption of epothilones from resins.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods of increasing the bioavailability of orally administered epothilones. Epothilones administered by the methods of the invention are sufficiently bioavailable to have a pharmacological effect. The invention further relates to pharmaceutical compositions, pharmaceutical dosage forms, and kits for use in the methods of the invention.

Abstract: An improved method of synthesis of 21-amino epothilone derivatives which provides a one-pot conversion of 21-hydroxy epothilones to highly desirable 21-amino epothilones in high yield.

Abstract: aP2 inhibiting compounds are provided having the formula wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, X—Z and are as described herein. A method is also provided for treating diabetes and related diseases, especially Type II diabetes, employing such aP2 inhibitor or a combination of such aP2 inhibitor and another antidiabetic agent such as metformin, glyburide, troglitazone and/or insulin.

Abstract: The present invention provides the following new compounds: (R)-C14-methyl-epothilone B, (S)-C14-methyl-epothilone B, (S)-C14-methyl-epothilone D, and (R)-C14-methyl-epothilone D and methods for synthesizing these compounds.

Abstract: 1,4-Diamino-2-(thiazol-2-yl)benzene derivatives of general formula (I) and the physiologically tolerated, water-soluble salts thereof: and agents containing these compounds, for oxidative dyeing of keratin fibers.

Abstract: This invention discloses compounds that alter PPAR activity. The invention also discloses pharmaceutically acceptable salts of the compounds, pharmaceutically acceptable compositions comprising the compounds or their salts, and methods of using them as therapeutic agents for treating or preventing hyperlipidemia and hypercholesteremia in a mammal. The present invention also discloses method for making the disclosed compounds.

Abstract: Triazole derivatives of structural formula I are selective inhibitors of the 11?-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase-1. The compounds are useful for the treatment of diabetes, such as noninsulin-dependent diabetes (NIDDM), hyperglycemia, obesity, insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, Metabolic Syndrome, and other symptoms associated with NIDDM.

Abstract: This invention discloses compounds that alter PPAR activity. The invention also discloses pharmaceutically acceptable salts of the compounds, pharmaceutically acceptable compositions comprising the compounds or their salts, and methods of using them as therapeutic agents for treating or preventing hyperlipidemia and hypercholesteremia in a mammal. The present invention also discloses method for making the disclosed compounds.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel indane acetic acid derivatives which are useful in the treatment of diseases such as diabetes, obesity, hyperlipidemia, and atherosclerotic diseases. The invention also relates to intermediates useful in preparation of indane acetic derivatives and to methods of preparation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the preparation of compounds of the formula (I) 1

Abstract: The invention relates to novel heterocyclylphenyl benzyl ethers, to a process for their preparation and to their use for controlling harmful organisms.

Abstract: One aspect of the present invention relates to heterocyclic compounds. A second aspect of the present invention relates to the use of the heterocyclic compounds as ligands for various mammalian cellular receptors, including G-protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs). A third aspect of the present invention relates to the use of the heterocyclic compounds as ligands for various mammalian kinases.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates and hydrolysable esters thereof wherein X is O or S; X1 is O or S; X is S or O; R1 and R2 are independently H, methyl, or halogen; R4 and R5 are independently H or C1-3 alkyl or R4 and R5 may, together with the carbon atom to which they are bonded, form a 3-5 membered cycloalkyl ring; R6 and R7 are independently H, C1-3 alkyl, or allyl; each R3 is independently halogen, C1-6 straight or branched alkyl, or CF3; and y is 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 act as hPPAR alpha agonists.

Abstract: Hydroxamic acids having the formula 1

Abstract: A compound of Formula (I): 1

Abstract: Nitrone derivatives are efficiently prepared by increasing reagent concentrations in reaction solutions. Aldehydes and amines may be condensed to prepare an imine intermediate. Elimination of the solution media generally renders the imine formation more efficient. The imine is then reacted with a peroxysulfate oxidizing agent in a solution having at least about 0.1M concentration of the imine. The oxaziridine is rearranged to produce the nitrone derivative in high yield and good purity.

Abstract: This invention provides a class of therapeutic compounds and methods for the treatment of mammals with physiological disorders, such as for example a frequently occurring type of essential hypertension, which are critically associated with the decreased binding of magnesium to the plasma membranes of their cells. These methods consist of administering to a mammal in need of such treatment a compound selected from a series of disubstituted trans, trans 1,3-butadienes, 1,3-disubstituted perhydrobutadienes, 1,2-disubstituted trans ethylenes and 1,2 disubstituted ethanes and disubstituted propanes, each of which embodies, in common, the unique structural feature essential for the biological activity of these compounds. This invention also provides for pharmaceutical formulations that employ these novel compounds.

Abstract: Amides of the general formula I 1

Abstract: This invention provides a compound of the formula: or its pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein A is partially unsaturated or unsaturated five membered heterocyclic, or partially unsaturated or unsaturated five membered carbocyclic, wherein the 4-(sulfonyl)phenyl and the 4-substituted phenyl in the formula (I) are attached to ring atoms of Ring A, which are adjacent to each other; R1 is optionally substituted aryl or heteroaryl, with the proviso that when A is pyrazole, R1 is heteroaryl; R2 is C1-4 alkyl, halo-substituted C1-4 alkyl, C1-4 alkylamino, C1-4 dialkylamino or amino; R3, R4 and R5 are independently hydrogen, halo,, C1-4 alkyl, halo-substituted C1-4 alkyl or the like; or two of R3, R4 and R5 are taken together with atoms to which they are attached and form a 4-7 membered ring; R6 and R7 are independently hydrogen, halo, C1-4 alkyl, halo-substituted C1-4 alkyl, C1-4 alkoxy, C1-4 alkylthio, C1-4 alkylamino or N,N-di C1-4 alkylamino; and m and n are independently 1, 2, 3 o

Abstract: The present invention provides convergent processes for preparing epothilone A and B, desoxyepothilones A and B, and analogues thereof. Also provided are analogues related to epothilone A and B and intermediates useful for preparing same. The present invention further provides novel compositions based on analogues of the epothilones and methods for the treatment of cancer and cancer which has developed a multidrug-resistant phenotype.

Abstract: Compounds of Formula (I) are disclosed. These compounds selected activators of human PPAR delta.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of formula (I). These compounds are used for the treatment of PPAR related diseases.

Abstract: Provided, among things, is a method of decreasing intraocular pressure in an animal, including a human, comprising administering an intraocular pressure decreasing amount of a compound of the formula I:

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of formula (I): 1

Abstract: The present invention provides convergent processes for preparing epothilone A and B, desoxyepothilones A and B, and analogues thereof. Also provided are analogues related to epothilone A and B and intermediates useful for preparing same. The present invention further provides novel compositions based on analogues of the epothilones and methods for the treatment of cancer and cancer which has developed a multidrug-resistant phenotype.

Abstract: The invention relates to substituted aryl and heteroaryl (R)-Chiral Halogenated 1-Substitutedamino-(n+1)-Alkanol compounds useful as inhibitors of cholesteryl ester transfer protein (CETP; plasma lipid transfer protein-I) and compounds, compositions and methods for treating atherosclerosis and other coronary artery diseases. Novel high yield, stereoselective processes for the preparation of the chiral substituted alkanol compounds from chiral and achiral intermediates are described. Preferred (R)-Chiral 1-Substitutedamino-(n+1)-Alkanol compounds are substituted (R)-Chiral fused heterocyclic amino compounds.

Abstract: This invention provides compounds having the structure wherein A is OR5, or R1 is alkyl, cycloalkyl of 3-8 carbon atoms, thienyl, furyl, pyridyl, R2 is H, alkyl, or aryl; R3 and R4 are halo, H, alkyl, aryl, trifluoromethyl, alkoxyaryl, nitro, amino, carboalkoxy, carbamide, carbamate, urea, alkylsulfonamide, —NR7(CH2)mCO2H, arylsulfonamide, cycloalkyl, or a heterocycle; R5 is H, alkyl, —CH(R8)R9, —CH2(CH2)nCO2R10, —C(CH3)2CO2R10, —CH(R8)(CH2)nCO2R10, —CH(R8)C6H4CO2R10, or —CH2-tetrazole; R6 is H, alkyl, halo, alkoxy, trifluoroalkyl or trifluoroalkoxy; R7 is H or alkyl; R8 is H, alkyl, aryl, arylalkyl, cycloalkyl, phthalic acid, R9 is CO2R12, CONHR12, tetrazole, or PO3R12; R10 is H, alkyl, aryl, or aralkyl; R11 is alkyl; R12 is H, alkyl, aryl, or aralkyl; X is O, or S; Y is O, N, or S; Z is C, or N; Q is O, N, or S; m=1-3; n=1-6, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, which

Abstract: This invention provides a compound of the formula (I): 1

Abstract: The invention concerns 1-H-3-arylpyrrolidine-2,4-dione derivatives of formula (I), 1

Abstract: The invention concerns novel lipoic acid derivatives, which have an inhibiting action with respect to NO-synthase enzymes producing nitrogen monoxide NO and/or are agents enabling the regeneration of antioxidants or entities trapping reactive oxygen species (ROS) and intervening in a more general manner in the redox status of thiol groups. The invention also concerns methods for preparing them, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and their use for therapeutic purposes, particularly their use as NO-synthase inhibitors and/or as agents acting more generally in the redox status of thiol groups.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to compounds of the wherein the variables are as defined in the specification. The compounds are useful for inhibiting farnesyl transferase and for the treatment of tumors and restenosis.

Abstract: A composition containing a compound of the formula: 1

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel classes of compounds which are caspase inhibitors, in particular interleukin-1&bgr; converting enzyme (“ICE”) inhibitors. This invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds. The compounds and pharmaceutical compositions of this invention are particularly well suited for inhibiting caspase activity and consequently, may be advantageously used as agents against interleukin-1-(“IL-1”) , apoptosis-, interferon-&ggr; inducing factor-(IGIF), or interferon-&ggr;-(“IFN-&ggr;”) mediated diseases, including inflammatory diseases, autoimmune diseases, destructive bone disorders, proliferative disorders, infectious diseases, and degenerative diseases.