Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of derivatives of indoles having a general formula (I) as follow: for the manufacture of a pharmaceutical composition intended for the treatment of cancer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to heptamethine hemicyanine chromophores of formula (I): where R1, R2, R3, R4, R?4, R5, R?5, R6, R?6, R7, X, Y1 and Y2 are as defined in claim 1, to the method for preparing same as well as to the use of such chromophores for the second-order nonlinear optical property thereof.

Abstract: Compounds of the present invention and pharmaceutically acceptable compositions thereof, are useful as modulators of ATP-Binding Cassette (“ABC”) transporters or fragments thereof, including Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator (“CFTR”). The present invention also relates to methods of treating ABC transporter mediated diseases using compounds of the present invention.

Abstract: Described herein are compounds that are estrogen receptor modulators. Also described are pharmaceutical compositions and medicaments that include the compounds described herein, as well methods of using such estrogen receptor modulators, alone and in combination with other compounds, for treating diseases or conditions that are mediated or dependent upon estrogen receptors.

Abstract: A heterocyclic compound represented by Formula 1A below and an organic light-emitting diode including the same: at least one of R1 to R7 is a group represented by Formula 1B below. in Formulae 1A and 1B, R1 to R9, Ar1, Ar2, A, B, a and b are the same as described in the detailed description section of the present application. The organic light-emitting diode including an organic layer including the heterocyclic compound has a low driving voltage, high luminescence efficiency, and a long lifetime.

Abstract: A condensed-cyclic compound represented by Formula 1 below, a method for preparing the condensed-cyclic compound, and an organic light-emitting device including the condensed-cyclic compound. wherein R1 through R8, a ring A, and X1 are defined as in the specification.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to novel macrocycles of Formula (I): or stereoisomers, tautomers, pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates, or prodrugs thereof, wherein the variables A, B, C, D, L, M, W, Z1, Z2, Z3, Z4, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8, R9, and R10 are as defined herein. These compounds are selective inhibitors of factor VIIa which can be used as medicaments.

Abstract: The invention provides compounds of Formula (I) and (IV): as described herein, as well as salts thereof. The compounds have anti-cancer properties and/or chemosensitization properties.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter provides compositions that selectively bind cyclooxygenase-2 and comprise a therapeutic and/or diagnostic moiety. Also provided are methods for using the disclosed compositions for diagnosing (i.e., by imaging) a target cell and/or treating a disorder associated with a cyclooxygenase-2 biological activity.

Abstract: This invention relates to bis-flavonoid compounds of formula Flavonoid-Linker-Y-Linker-Flavonoid, their synthesis and use for inhibiting multidrug resistance in chemotherapy and protozoan infection.

Abstract: The invention provides molecular entities that bind with high affinity to PPARG (PPAR?), and inhibit kinase-mediated (e.g., cdk5-mediated) phosphorylation of PPARG, but do not exert an agonistic effect on PPARG. Compounds of the invention can be used for treatment of conditions in patients wherein PPARG plays a role, such as diabetes, insulin resistance, impaired glucose tolerance, pre-diabetes, hyperglycemia, hyperinsulinemia, obesity, or inflammation. Side effects such as significant weight gain, edema, impairment of bone growth or formation, or cardiac hypertrophy, or any combination thereof, can be avoided in the mammal receiving the compound. Methods of preparation of the compounds, bioassay methods for evaluating compounds of the invention as non-agonistic PPARG binding compounds, and pharmaceutical compositions are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to heterocyclic compounds in all their stereoisomeric and tautomeric forms; and their pharmaceutically acceptable salts, pharmaceutically acceptable solvates and pharmaceutically acceptable polymorphs. The invention also relates to processes for the manufacture of the heterocyclic compounds and to pharmaceutical compositions containing them. The said compounds and their pharmaceutical compositions are useful in the prevention and treatment of diseases or disorders mediated by diacylglycerol acyltransferase (DGAT), particularly DGAT1. The present invention further provides a method of treatment of such diseases or disorders by administering a therapeutically effective amount of said compounds or their pharmaceutical compositions, to a mammal in need thereof.

Abstract: Provided are methods for screening for drugs effective for treating fibrotic conditions. One screening method comprises exposing a cell to a test compound, monitoring the effect of the test compound on the amount or form of a cell molecule, comparing the amount or form of the cell molecule with the result obtained by treatment of the cell with an anti-fibrotic -effective amount of a withanolide compound, and selecting a drug effective for treating a fibrotic disease based on the ability of the test compound to provide the effect obtained by the withanolide compound on the cell molecule. Also provided is a method of treating a fibrotic disease comprising administering an anti-fibrotic effective amount of a withanolide compound to a mammal in need of treatment for fibrosis.

Abstract: Compounds derived from indole, notably useful in therapeutics, selected from: i) the compounds of formula: and ii) the pharmaceutically acceptable salts of the compounds of formula (I); in which R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R8, R9 and Cy have defined meanings, and the use of such compounds in pharmaceuticals for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Parkinson's disease.

Abstract: The present invention discloses certain derivatives of artemisinin and the active principles contained in Artemisia annua extracts with amino acids, peptides, and amino sugars and salts thereof (formula I).

Abstract: The present invention discloses certain derivatives of artemisinin and the active principles contained in Artemisia annua extracts with amino acids, peptides, and amino sugars and salts thereof (formula I).

Abstract: Compounds of formula: and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, esters and solvates thereof, where variables are defined in the specification, useful generally as inhibitors of protein kinases and particularly useful for inhibition of GSK-3. Pharmaceutically compositions and medicaments containing a compound of the invention are provided. The invention provides methods of treatment of protein kinase-related disease, disorders or conditions. The invention provides methods of treatment of GSK-3-related diseases, disorders or conditions.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds which inhibit the activity of NAMPT, compositions containing the compounds and methods of treating diseases during which NAMPT is expressed. Disclosed are compounds which inhibit the activity of ROCK, compositions containing the compounds and methods of treating diseases during which ROCK is expressed.

Abstract: The invention relates to sulfonamide compounds and methods for activating PKM2. The compounds and methods are useful in treating or preventing a disease or disorder selected from cancer, cell proliferative disorder, inflammatory disorder, metabolic disorder, and immune system disorder.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds, compositions and methods for treating various diseases, syndromes, conditions and disorders, including pain. Such compounds are represented by Formula I as follows: wherein A, B, G, Y, R1, R2, R3, and R4 are defined herein.

Abstract: Compound represented by formula (I): wherein the symbols are as defined in the description, and salts thereof, are useful as skin whitening agents.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds, compositions and methods for treating various diseases, syndromes, conditions and disorders, including pain. Such compounds are represented by Formula (I) as follows: wherein Q and Z are defined herein.

Abstract: The invention relates to 3-benzofuranyl-indol-2-one derivatives substituted at the 3 position and of the formula (I) where R1, R2, R3, R4, R5 and n are such as defined in claim 1, to a method for preparing same, and to the therapeutic use of said compounds.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel compounds that have S1P receptor modulating activity and, preferably, apoptotic activity and/or anti proliferative activity against cancer cells and other cell types. Further, the invention relates to a pharmaceutical comprising at least one compound of the invention for the treatment of diseases and/or conditions caused by or associated with in-appropriate S1P receptor modulating activity or expression, for example, cancer. A further aspect of the invention relates to the use of a pharmaceutical comprising at least one compound of the invention for the manufacture of a medicament for the treatment of diseases and/or conditions caused by or associated with inappropriate S1P receptor modulating activity or expression such as cancer.

Abstract: Contemplated compounds, compositions, and methods of prokineticin antagonists are presented where a prokineticin antagonist is used in the treatment and prevention of various conditions and disorders, and especially type II diabetes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel heterocyclic compounds as diacylglycerol acyltransferase (“DGAT”) inhibitors, pharmaceutical compositions comprising the heterocyclic compounds and the use of the compounds for treating or preventing a cardiovascular disease, a metabolic disorder, obesity or an obesity-related disorder, diabetes, dyslipidemia, a diabetic complication, impaired glucose tolerance or impaired fasting glucose. An illustrative compound of the invention is shown below (I).

Abstract: The present invention provides a compound represented by the formula (I): wherein R1, R2, R3, Z1, Z2, Ra, Rb, q, A and n are as defined in the description, a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or solvate thereof. The compound is useful as P2X3 and/or P2X2/3 receptor antagonist.

Abstract: The present invention discloses organic and inorganic photosensitizer dyes as the following formulas (1) to (3), wherein the substituents “A, B, D and G” are as defined in claim 1.

Abstract: Coumarin compounds of formula (I): wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, and X are defined herein. Also disclosed is a method for treating cancer with coumarin compounds.

Abstract: Compositions of the formulae (I), (II) and (III); where R1, R2 and R3 are residues of amino acids such as, but not limited to, valine, sarcosine, leucine, glutamine, tryptophan, tyrosine, alanine and 4(4-aminophenyl)butyric acid or combination thereof, and salts thereof. Methods of preparation of these compositions and methods of treating any disease condition responsive to THC comprising administration of at least one these compositions in a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier using a pharmaceutically acceptable formulation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to solid forms of (R)-1-(2,2-difluorobenzo[d][1,3]dioxol-5-yl)-N-(1-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)-6-fluoro-2-(1-hydroxy-2-methylpropan-2-yl)-1H-indol-5-yl)cyclopropanecarboxamide (Compound 1) in substantially crystalline form (Form A) or amorphous form, pharmaceutical compositions thereof, and methods of treatment therewith.

Abstract: In its many embodiments, the present invention relates to a novel class of 6-substituted sulfonyl-1,3,3-trialkyl-6-azabicyclo[3.2.1]octane compounds useful to inhibit 11?-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type-I, pharmaceutical compositions containing the compounds, and methods of treatment, prevention, inhibition, or amelioration of one or more conditions associated with the expression of 11?-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type-I using such compounds or pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: [Object] Provided is a compound which has an excellent S1P1 agonist action, and is useful particularly as an active ingredient for an agent for preventing and/or treating a disease induced by undesirable lymphocyte infiltration or a disease induced by abnormal proliferation or accumulation of cells. [Means for Solution] According to the present invention, a 2H-chromene compound or a derivative thereof which has an excellent S1P1 agonist action, and is useful particularly as an active ingredient of an agent for preventing and/or treating a disease induced by undesirable lymphocyte infiltration or a disease induced by abnormal proliferation or accumulation of cells can be provided. The 2H-chromene compound and a derivative thereof which are the compounds of the present invention have an S1P1 agonist action, and can be used particularly for prevention and/or treatment of a disease induced by undesirable lymphocyte infiltration or a disease induced by abnormal proliferation or accumulation of cells.

Abstract: The present invention describes a series of derivatives of 2-(3-methylenedioxy)-benzoyl indol, their mixtures, their pharmaceutically acceptable salts, their enantiomers, pharmaceutical compositions comprising them, processes for preparing them, use in the prophylactic and/or curative treatment of sexual dysfunction. More specifically, the invention describes derivatives (R)-3-((2-(benzo[d][1,3]dioxol-5-carbonyl)-1H-indol-3-yl)methyl)-1-methylpiperazine-2,5-dione, and S)-3-((2-(benzo[d][1,3]dioxol-5-carbonyl)-1H-indol-3-yl)methyl)-1-methylpiperazine-2,5-dione.

Abstract: The present application relates to novel 3-cyanoalkyl- and 3-hydroxyalkyl-substituted indole derivatives, to processes for preparation thereof, to the use thereof alone or in combinations for treatment and/or prevention of diseases, and to the use thereof for production of medicaments for treatment and/or prevention of diseases, especially for treatment and/or prevention of cardiovascular diseases.

Abstract: The amino acid derivative of the present invention provides a novel compound that shows excellent analgesic action. The amino acid derivative of the present invention is a novel compound that shows excellent analgesic action to not only a model animal for nociceptive pains but also a model animal for neuropathic pains, so that the amino acid derivative is very useful as a drug for treating various pain diseases.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel modulators of the cold menthol receptor TRPM8, to a method for modulating the TRPM8 receptor using said modulators; to the use of the modulators for induction of cold sensation; and to objects and means produced using said modulators.

Abstract: [Problems] A compound, which is useful as an active ingredient of a pharmaceutical composition, for example, a pharmaceutical composition for treating chronic renal failure and/or diabetic nephropathy, is provided. [Solving Means] The present inventors have conducted extensive studies on a compound having an EP4 receptor antagonistic activity, and confirmed that the amide compound of the present invention has an EP4 receptor antagonistic activity, thereby completing the present invention. The amide compound of the present invention has an EP4 receptor antagonistic activity, and can be used as an active ingredient of a pharmaceutical composition for preventing and/or treating various EP4-related diseases, for example, chronic renal failure and/or diabetic nephropathy, and the like.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel 2-aza-bicyclo[3.1.0]hexane derivatives of Formula (I) wherein A, B, n and R1 are as described in the description, and to the use of such compounds, or of pharmaceutically acceptable salts of such compounds, as medicaments, especially as orexin receptor antagonists.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel 1,3-dihydroindol-2-one (oxindole) derivatives of the formula (I) in which A, R3, R4, R5, R6, and R7 are defined according to claim 1, and to medicaments containing them for the treatment of diseases. In particular, the novel oxindole derivatives can be used for the control and/or prophylaxis of various vasopressin-dependent or oxytocin-dependent diseases.

Abstract: Compounds of the present invention and pharmaceutically acceptable compositions thereof, are useful as modulators of ATP-Binding Cassette (“ABC”) transporters or fragments thereof, including Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator (“CFTR”). The present invention also relates to methods of treating ABC transporter mediated diseases using compounds of the present invention.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel compounds having the structural formula I below: and to their pharmaceutically acceptable salt, compositions and methods of use. These novel compounds provide a treatment or prophylaxis of cognitive impairment, Alzheimer Disease, neurodegeneration and dementia.

Abstract: Compounds of the present invention and pharmaceutically acceptable compositions thereof, are useful as modulators of ATP-Binding Cassette (“ABC”) transporters or fragments thereof, including Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator (“CFTR”). The present invention also relates to methods of treating ABC transporter mediated diseases using compounds of the present invention.

Abstract: Presently provided are methods for (a) modulating an activity of indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase comprising contacting an indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase with a modulation effective amount of a compound as described in one of the aspects described herein; (b) treating indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase (IDO) mediated immunosuppression in a subject in need thereof, comprising administering an effective indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase inhibiting amount of a compound as described in one of the aspects described herein; (c) treating a medical conditions that benefit from the inhibition of enzymatic activity of indoleamine-2,3-dioxygenase comprising administering an effective indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase inhibiting amount of a compound as described in one of the aspects described herein; (d) enhancing the effectiveness of an anti-cancer treatment comprising administering an anti-cancer agent and a compound as described in one of the aspects described herein; (e) treating tumor-specific immunosuppression associated with cancer compris

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter provides dyes having an improved photostability, biosensors comprising such dyes, and methods of use thereof, including methods for detecting target molecules in a sample under test and for live-cell imaging. The dyes can include a binding member, including a biomolecule or fragments thereof, which can interact with target molecules of interest and can be specific to a given conformational state or covalent modification, e.g., phosphorylation, of the target molecule. The presently disclosed dyes can be used for detecting changes in the binding, conformational change, or posttranslational modification of the target molecule.

Abstract: [Problems] To provide a compound that is useful as an agent for treating chronic renal insufficiency or an agent for treating diabetic nephropathy. [Means for Solving Problems] The present inventors have conducted extensive studies on a compound having an EP4 receptor antagonistic action, and as a result, they have found that various amide derivatives having a carboxylic group or an equivalent thereof exhibit an excellent EP4 receptor antagonistic action, thereby completing the present invention. Since the compound of the present invention has an excellent EP4 receptor antagonistic action, it is useful as an agent for preventing and/or treating chronic renal insufficiency or diabetic nephropathy.

Abstract: There is provided compounds of formula I, wherein R1 to R7 have meanings given in the description, which are useful in the prophylaxis and in the treatment of arrhythmias, in particular atrial and ventricular arrhythmias.

Abstract: Disclosed is a compound of Formula (I) in which W and R1-R6 are defined herein. Also disclosed is a method of treating spinal muscular atrophy, as well as methods of using such compounds to increase SMN expression, increase EAAT2 expression, or increase the expression of a nucleic acid that encodes a translational stop codon introduced directly or indirectly by mutation or frameshift.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter provides compositions that selectively bind cyclooxygenase-2 and comprise a therapeutic and/or diagnostic moiety. Also provided are methods for using the disclosed compositions for diagnosing (i.e., by imaging) a target cell and/or treating a disorder associated with a cyclooxygenase-2 biological activity.

Abstract: Disclosed are semiconducting compounds having one or more phthalimide units and/or one or more head-to-head (H-H) substituted biheteroaryl units. Such compounds can be monomeric, oligomeric, or polymeric, and can exhibit desirable electronic properties and possess processing advantages including solution-processability and/or good stability at ambient conditions.