Abstract: Provided is a method for manufacturing diisocyanate and an optical lens in which, during the manufacture of diisocyanate from diamine via diamine hydrochloride, use is made of an aqueous hydrochloric acid solution and an organic solvent instead of hydrogen chloride gas and solid-phase triphosgen instead of phosgen gas while reaction conditions are controlled, whereby the diisocyanate of high quality can be manufactured at excellent yield, with the causation of less environmental problems.

Abstract: In the embodiments, an aqueous hydrochloric acid solution instead of hydrogen chloride gas and solid triphosgene instead of phosgene gas may be used in the process of preparing a diisocyanate from a diamine through a diamine hydrochloride. In addition, the embodiments provide processes for preparing a diisocyanate composition and an optical lens, which are excellent in yield and quality with mitigated environmental problems by controlling the size of the diamine hydrochloride composition, the b* value according to the CIE color coordinate of the diamine hydrochloride composition, or the content of water in the diamine hydrochloride composition within a specific range.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the synthesis of succinimides, in particular to a method for the synthesis of a succinimide compound, comprising the step of reacting an alkyne, with carbon monoxide and ammonia or an amine, in the presence of an iron catalyst, wherein the reaction is carried out in an amine liquid phase and/or in the absence of an ether solvent. The succinimides may be reduced to quaternary ammonium cations which may be used as structure directing agents in the synthesis of molecular sieves.

Abstract: An N1-cyclic amine-N5-substituted phenyl biguanide derivative of Formula 1 or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, a method of manufacturing the same, and a pharmaceutical composition including the biguanide derivative or the pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof as an active ingredient are provided. The biguanide derivatives have an effect of inhibiting cancer cell proliferation and also exhibit anticancer activity including inhibition of cancer metastasis and cancer recurrence, because they are effective in activating AMPK, which is associated with the control of energy metabolism, even when administered in a small dose compared with conventional drugs. Also, the biguanide derivatives are highly effective at lowering blood glucose and lipid concentration by AMPK activation, thus they may be effectively used to treat diabetes mellitus, obesity, hyperlipemia, hypercholesterolemia, fatty liver, coronary artery disease, osteoporosis, polycystic ovary syndrome and metabolic syndrome.

Abstract: The present invention relates to biguanide compounds and use thereof, more particularly, to biguanide derivatives exhibiting excellent effects for inhibition of cancer cell proliferation and inhibition of cancer metastasis and recurrence, a method for preparing the same, a pharmaceutical composition containing the same as an active ingredient, and a method of prevention or treatment of cancer comprising the step of administering an effective amount of the composition to a subject in need thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to (hetero)aryl cyclopropylamine compounds, including particularly the compounds of formula (I) as described and defined herein, and theft use in therapy, including, e.g., in the treatment or prevention of cancer, a neurological disease or condition, or a viral infection.

Abstract: Glucosylceramide synthase inhibitors and compositions containing the same are disclosed. Methods of using the glucosylceramide synthase inhibitors in the treatment of diseases and conditions wherein inhibition of glucosylceramide synthase provides a benefit, like Gaucher disease and Fabry disease, also are disclosed.

Abstract: Provided herein are methods for treating certain conditions, including diabetes, obesity, and other metabolic diseases, disorders or conditions by administrating a composition comprising a biguanide or related heterocyclic compound, e.g., metformin. Also provided herein are biguanide or related heterocyclic compound compositions, and methods for the preparation thereof for use in the methods of the present invention. Also provided herein are compositions comprising metformin and salts thereof and methods of use.

Abstract: The invention relates to (hetero)aryl cyclopropylamine compounds, including particularly the compounds of formula (I) as described and defined herein, and theft use in therapy, including, e.g., in the treatment or prevention of cancer, a neurological disease or condition, or a viral infection.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds of Formula I: and pharmaceutically acceptable salts and prodrugs thereof, wherein R1, R2, and R3 are defined as set forth in the specification. The compounds are agonists of neurotrophin (such as nerve growth factor) receptors.

Abstract: Disclosed is a novel enantiomeric synthesis ceramide-like inhibitors of UDP-glucose: N-acylsphingosine glucosyltransferase. Also disclosed are novel intermediates formed during the synthesis.

Abstract: A N1-cyclic amine-N5-substituted biguanide derivative of Formula 1 or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, a method of manufacturing the same, and a pharmaceutical composition including the biguanide derivative or the pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof as an active ingredient are provided. The biguanide derivatives have an effect of inhibiting cancer cell proliferation and also exhibit anticancer activity including inhibition of cancer metastasis and cancer recurrence, because they are effective in activating AMPK, which is associated with the control of energy metabolism, even when administered in a small dose compared with conventional drugs. Also, the biguanide derivatives are highly effective at lowering blood glucose and lipid concentration by AMPK activation, thus they may be effectively used to treat diabetes mellitus, obesity, hyperlipemia, hypercholesterolemia, fatty liver, coronary artery disease, osteoporosis, polycystic ovary syndrome and metabolic syndrome.

Abstract: An N1-cyclic amine-N5-substituted phenyl biguanide derivative of Formula 1 or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, a method of manufacturing the same, and a pharmaceutical composition including the biguanide derivative or the pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof as an active ingredient are provided. The biguanide derivatives have an effect of inhibiting cancer cell proliferation and also exhibit anticancer activity including inhibition of cancer metastasis and cancer recurrence, because they are effective in activating AMPK, which is associated with the control of energy metabolism, even when administered in a small dose compared with conventional drugs. Also, the biguanide derivatives are highly effective at lowering blood glucose and lipid concentration by AMPK activation, thus they may be effectively used to treat diabetes mellitus, obesity, hyperlipemia, hypercholesterolemia, fatty liver, coronary artery disease, osteoporosis, polycystic ovary syndrome and metabolic syndrome.

Abstract: The current application relates to a metal catalyst of formula (I): M[ADC][X]n, wherein M is a metal, ADC is a chiral acyclic diaminocarbene ligand, and X is a neutral or anionic ligand. The ADC ligand is prepared from the corresponding chiral formamidium salt precursor. The metal catalyst is used for asymmetric organic synthesis reactions such as hydrosilations, hydrogenations, conjugate additions, and cross-couplings.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of polyaminoisoprenyl derivatives in antibiotic or antiseptic treatment of bacteria including those presenting multiple drug resistance (MDR), in particular as efflux pump inhibitors. It also relates to novel polyaminoisoprenyl derivatives, compositions comprising the same, process for preparing the same, and use thereof in antibiotic or antiseptic treatment.

Abstract: The present invention relates to bridged spiro[2.4]heptane derivatives of formula (I), wherein W, Y, Z, R1 and R2 are as defined in the description, their preparation and their use as pharmaceutically active compounds as ALX receptor and/or FPRL2 agonists for the treatment of inflammatory and obstructive airways diseases.

Abstract: New phenylamidines are described, having general formula (I): and their use for the control of phytopathogenic fungi.

Abstract: Glucosylceramide synthase inhibitors and compositions containing the same are disclosed. Methods of using the glucosylceramide synthase inhibitors in the treatment of diseases and conditions wherein inhibition of glucosylceramide synthase provides a benefit, like Gaucher disease and Fabry disease, also are disclosed.

Abstract: Aralkyl diamine derivative of the following formula, pharmaceutically acceptable salts or uses thereof as antidepressants. The derivatives have triplex inhibiting activities of the reuptake of 5-HT, dopamine and noradrenalin, which can be administered to the patients in need of such treatment in the form of compositions orally or injectedly et al.

Abstract: Provided are a novel amidine derivative having an activated blood coagulation factor X inhibitory activity, a production method thereof, a production intermediate therefor, and a pharmaceutical composition containing the amidine derivative. An amidinoaniline derivative represented by the following formula (1-1) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof: <in the formula (1-1), each symbol is as defined in the Description>, and a pharmaceutical composition containing the amidinoaniline derivative or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: Disclosed is a novel enantiomeric synthesis ceramide-like inhibitors of UDP-glucose: N-acylsphingosine glucosyltransferase. Also disclosed are novel intermediates formed during the synthesis.

Abstract: A method includes reacting an amino group, a composition including rhodium and an organic ligand, and a substrate having structural formula (I) in a reaction mixture. R1 is an organic group including a sp3 carbon atom bonded to CA. R2 is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, methyl, and an organic group including a sp3 carbon atom bonded to CA. R3 and R4 independently are selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, methyl, and an organic group including a sp3 carbon atom bonded to CB. The method further includes forming a hydroaminated product in the reaction mixture.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to compounds of formula (I): or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; wherein A is (II); X is selected from CH, CF and N, R8 is selected from H, C1-C6 alkyl, aryl, heteroaryl, C1-C6 alkylaryl, C1-C6 alkylheteroaryl, C2-C6 alkyl-O—C1-C6 alkyl, C1-C6 haloalkyl, hydroxy C2-C6 alkyl, —C(O)R9 and —SO2R9, or R7 and R8 combine to form (III), (IV); W is selected from CR1O and CR15, R1O is selected from H, halo, —C(O)NR13R14, C1-C6 alkyl, aryl, heteroaryl, C1-C6 alkylaryl, C1-C6 alkylheteroaryl, C1-C6 alkyl-O—C1-C6 alkyl and hydroxy C1-C6 alkyl; Het is a N-linked 5-membered heteroaryl ring optionally substituted with 1-3 substituents selected from methoxy, Cl, F, CH3, CF3, aryl, heteroaryl, C1-C4 alkylaryl or C1-C4 alkylheteroaryl, for use as inhibitors of the DPP-IV enzyme in the treatment or prevention of conditions including Type II diabetes.

Abstract: [Object] A novel method for producing an optically active pyrrolidine compound, which is useful as a production intermediate of a pharmaceutical, and a production intermediate thereof, is provided. [Means for Solution] According to the production method of the present invention, a chloro compound that is a key intermediate can be produced efficiently industrially by subjecting a mixture of regioisomers obtained by reacting an optically active epoxy compound substituted with aryl, which is easily available, with an amine compound, to chlorination. Furthermore, an optically active pyrrolidine compound can be produced industrially efficiently with the key intermediate.

Abstract: The present invention provides bumetanide, furosemide, piretanide, azosemide, and torsemide analogs and compositions comprising such analogs. The present invention also provides pharmaceutical compositions containing these bumetanide, furosemide, piretanide, azosemide, and torsemide analogs and methods for their use. All of these analogs are particularly useful for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of conditions that involve the Na+K+Cl? co-transporter or GABAA receptor including but not limited to addictive disorders, Alzheimer's Disease, anxiety disorders, ascites, autism, bipolar disorder, cancer, depression, endothelial corneal dystrophy, edema, epilepsy, glaucoma, Huntington's Disease, insomnia, ischemia, migraine, migraine with aura, neuropathic pain, nociceptive neuralgia, nociceptive pain, ocular diseases, pain, Parkinson's disease, personality disorders, postherpetic neuralgia, psychosis, schizophrenia, seizure disorders, tinnitus, and withdrawal syndromes.

Abstract: A method for identifying the redox activity of a subject compound is disclosed. The method can be performed aerobically and can include forming a mixture comprising a free-radical precursor and a compound to be tested, and converting the free-radical precursor into a free-radical anion and a free-radical cation. After the free radical cation and the free radical anion have been formed, the relative redox activity of the subject compound may cause a difference in the rate of photo-bleaching of the mixture and/or the rate of superoxide generation. These differences can be quantified and used to identify the redox activity of the subject compound. This sensitive technique for measuring redox activity can be used to screen compounds for various biological applications. Drugs also can be developed based on the relationship between redox activity and biological activity for particular biological applications.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an organopolysiloxane composition that can be vulcanized at room temperature into an elastomer that is crosslinked by polycondensation and that does not contain alkyltin-based catalysts which exhibit toxicity problems. The invention also relates to novel polycondensation catalysts having a guanidine structure, in silicone chemistry, and to the uses thereof as catalysts for the organopolysiloxane polycondensation reaction.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel sulfamoyl-phenyl-ureido compounds having the formula (I) or a physiologically acceptable salt or derivative thereof which are suitable for the therapy of infections caused by protozoa and in particular uncomplicated or severe malaria caused by plasmodia.

Abstract: Disclosed is a novel enantiomeric synthesis ceramide-like inhibitors of UDP-glucose: N-acylsphingosine glucosyltransferase. Also disclosed are novel intermediates formed during the synthesis.

Abstract: A process for the formation of 2-(methyloxy)-N-[2-methyl-1-phenyl-2-(1-pyrrolidinyl)propyl]-4,6-bis(trifluoromethyl)benzamide is disclosed, comprising treatment of 2,4-ditrifluoromethyl-6-methoxy-benzoic acid with an arylsulphonyl halide, C1-6alkylsulphonyl halide or di-C1-6alkylphosphoryl chloride, in the presence of a base and an aprotic solvent; followed by reaction with [2-methyl-1-phenyl-2-(1-pyrrolidinyl)propyl]amine or a salt thereof. Also disclosed is a process for the formation of [2-methyl-1-phenyl-2-(1-pyrrolidinyl)propyl]amine comprising: i) treatment of an ?-haloketone with an alcohol in the presence of a base followed by reaction with pyrrolidine; ii) treatment of the product of stage i) with Ar—CH(R5)N H2 wherein R5 is C1-4alkyl and Ar is optionally substituted phenyl, followed by reduction with a sodium borohydride derivative; and iii) reduction of the product of stage ii) with hydrogen and a palladium catalyst.

Abstract: The present application relates to N-chlorinated cationic compounds of Formula I or a salt thereof, and associated compositions and methods of use as antimicrobial agents.

Abstract: The present invention relates to 4-cycloalkyl- or 4-aryl-substituted phenoxyphenylamidines of the general formula (I), to a process for their preparation, to the use of the amidines according to the invention for controlling unwanted microorganisms and also to a composition for this purpose, comprising the phenoxyphenylamidines according to the invention. Furthermore, the invention relates to a method for controlling unwanted microorganisms by applying the compounds according to the invention to the microorganisms and/or their habitat.

Abstract: The invention provides a 2-fluorinated acyl-3-aminoacrylonitrile derivative, and a method for producing the same. A desired 2-fluorinated acyl-3-aminoacrylonitrile derivative represented by the following Formula (3) is obtained by reacting a fluorinated acyl derivative with an aminoacrylonitrile derivative. In Formula (3), Rf represents an alkyl group having 1 to 6 carbon atoms which is substituted with at least one fluorine atom, R1 and R2 each independently represent a hydrogen atom, an alkyl group having 1 to 6 carbon atoms or the like, and R3 represents an alkyl group having 1 to 6 carbon atoms or the like.

Abstract: The present invention relates to benzyloxy- and phenethyl-substituted phenyl-amidine derivatives of formula (I) wherein the substituents are as in the description, their process of preparation, their use as fungicide or insecticide active agents, particularly in the form of fungicide or insecticide compositions, and methods for the control of phytopathogenic fungi or damaging insects, notably of plants, using these compounds or compositions.

Abstract: Novel bicycloamide derivatives (general formula (1)) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof effectively inhibit DPP-IV. The bicycloamide derivatives are represented by the general formula (1): Pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof are also included (Example: (2S,4S)-1-[[(4-carbamoylbicyclo[2.2.2]oct-1-yl)amino]acetyl]-4-fluoropyrrolidine-2-carbonitrile)).

Abstract: The invention relates to non-peptidic molecules which modulate, especially inhibit, the interaction of protein kinase A (PKA) and A kinase anchor proteins (AKAP) and to a host or target organism that comprises said non-peptidic compounds or recognition molecules directed to said compounds, such as e.g. antibodies or chelating agents. The invention also relates to a pharmaceutical agent, especially for use in the treatment of diseases that are associated with a disturbance of the cAMP signal path, especially insipid diabetes, hypertonia, pancreatic diabetes, duodenal ulcer, asthma, heart failure, obesity, AIDS, edema, hepatic cirrhosis, schizophrenia and others. The invention also relates to the use of the inventive molecules.

Abstract: Anthraquinone compounds of the general formula (I) or a salt thereof (Formula I) in which R1 to R4 are each selected from the group consisting of H, C1-4 alkyl, X1, —NHR0N (R5)2 in which R0 is a C1-12 alkanediyl and each R5 is H or optionally substituted C1-4 alkyl, and a group of formula (II) in which at least one of R6, R7 and R8 is selected from X2, and X2 substituted C1-4 alkyl and any others are H or C1-4 alkyl; R9 is selected from H, C1-4 alkyl, X2 and X2 substituted C1-4 alkyl; m is 0 or 1; n is 1 or 2; X1 is a halogen atom, a hydroxyl group, a C1-6 alkoxyl group, an aryloxy group or an acyloxy group; and X2 is a halogen atom, a hydroxyl group, a C1-6 alkoxyl group, an aryloxy group or an acyloxy group; provided that at least one of R1 to R4 is a group of formula (II). The N-oxides are useful prodrugs which are selectively bioreduced in hypoxic tumours to the corresponding cyclic amine derivatives.

Abstract: This invention is directed to a compound of the formula Ia or Ib, as defined herein, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; a pharmaceutical composition containing a compound of formula I, a method of treatment of a disorder or condition that may be treated by antagonizing histamine H3 receptors, the method comprising administering to a mammal in need of such treatment a compound of formula I as described above, and a method of treatment of a disorder or condition selected from the group consisting of depression, mood disorders, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, Alzheimer's disease, attention-deficit disorder (ADD), attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), psychotic disorders, sleep disorders, obesity, dizziness, epilepsy, motion sickness, respiratory diseases, allergy, allergy-induced airway responses, allergic rhinitis, nasal congestion, allergic congestion, congestion, hypotension, cardiovascular disease, diseases of the GI tract, hyper and hypo motility and acidic secretion of the gastro-i

Abstract: The invention provides compounds of general formula (D wherein m, n, Q, Z1, Z2, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, and R8 are as defined in the specification, processes for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and their use in therapy.

Abstract: A polymer film includes: a wavelength dispersion regulator represented by formula (I): wherein R1 and R2 each independently represents a hydrogen atom, an alkyl group or an aryl group, provided that both R1 and R2 are not hydrogen atoms at the same time; and R3 and R4 each independently represents an electron-withdrawing substituent, and R1 and R2, or R3 and R4 may be bonded together to form a ring, and wherein the polymer film has a retardation value that satisfies the following formulae (1) and (2): 70 nm?Rth(548)?300 nm??Formula (1) Rth(628)<Rth(548)<Rth(446)??Formula (2) wherein Rth(?) represents a retardation value expressed in nm in a film thickness direction measured at a wavelength of ? nm.

Abstract: The present invention relates to certain imine-substituted heterocyclic compounds, and methods of treatment and pharmaceutical compositions that utilize or comprise one or more such compounds. Compounds of the invention are particularly useful for the treatment or prophylaxis of neurological injury and neurodegenerative disorders.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to compounds of formula (I): or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; wherein A is (II); X is selected from CH, CF and N, R8 is selected from H, C1-C6 alkyl, aryl, heteroaryl, C1-C6 alkylaryl, C1-C6 alkylheteroaryl, C2-C6 alkyl-O—C1-C6 alkyl, C1-C6 haloalkyl, hydroxy C2-C6 alkyl, —C(O)R9 and —SO2R9, or R7 and R8 combine to form (III), (IV); W is selected from CR1O and CR15, R1O is selected from H, halo, —C(O)NR13R14, C1-C6 alkyl, aryl, heteroaryl, C1-C6 alkylaryl, C1-C6 alkylheteroaryl, C1-C6 alkyl-O—C1-C6 alkyl and hydroxy C1-C6 alkyl; Het is a N-linked 5-membered heteroaryl ring optionally substituted with 1-3 substituents selected from methoxy, Cl, F, CH3, CF3, aryl, heteroaryl, C1-C4 alkylaryl or C1-C4 alkylheteroaryl, for use as inhibitors of the DPP-IV enzyme in the treatment or prevention of conditions including Type II diabetes.

Abstract: This invention provides compounds and methods for treating melanocortin receptor associated disorders, such as weight loss disorders including cachexia resulting from cancer and other chronic illnesses. The compounds are represented by formula I: wherein X is oxygen or sulfur; G is G1 or G2: L1, L2, L3 and Q are linker groups, and Rings A, B and C, and R1-R14 are described in the specification. The compounds are antagonists of melanocortin receptors.

Abstract: A class of compounds is disclosed, comprising sulphonamido-substituted bridged bicycloalkyl structures. The compounds are inhibitors of gamma-secretase, and hence are useful in the treatment of and/or prevention of Alzheimer's disease.

Abstract: The present invention provides a compound having aggrecanase inhibitory activity and MMP-13 inhibitory activity, and useful as a therapeutic agent for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and the like, more specifically, a cyclopropane compound of formula (1): wherein R1 is —(CH2)m—X—(CH2)n-A1 etc., wherein m and n are the same or different and each is 0 to 6, X is a single bond, etc. and A1 is a substituted C3-14 hydrocarbon ring group, etc.; R2 and R3 are the same or different and each is a hydrogen atom, —(CH2)p—X1—(CH2)q-A2, etc., wherein p and q are the same or different and each is 0 to 6, X1 is a single bond, etc. and A2 is an optionally substituted C3-14 hydrocarbon ring group, etc.; R4 is —CO2R9, etc., wherein R9 is a hydrogen atom, etc.; and R20 and R21 are the same or different and each is a hydrogen atom, —(CH2)m12—X12—(CH2)m12—R30, etc., wherein m12 and m12 are the same or different and each is 0 to 6, X12 is a single bond, etc. and R30 is a hydrogen atom, etc.

Abstract: An N-hydroxyformamidine compound of the following formula or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof: wherein R1, A and R are as defined herein. The compounds inhibit 20-HETE-producing enzymes, 20-HETE being involved in the effects of causing microvascular constriction or dilation in major organs (e.g., kidneys, cerebral blood vessels) or of inducing cell proliferation.

Abstract: Disclosed is a novel enantiomeric synthesis ceramide-like inhibitors of UDP-glucose: N-acylsphingosine glucosyltransferase. Also disclosed are novel intermediates formed during the synthesis.

Abstract: The subject invention provides compounds which are easily metabolized by the metabolic drug detoxification systems. Particularly, fluvoxamine analogs which have been designed to include esters within the structure of the compounds are taught. Also provided are methods of treating depression and affective disorders, such as obsessive compulsive disorder. Pharmaceutical compositions of the fluvoxamine analogs are also taught.

Abstract: N-heterocyclic moiety containing hydroxyethylamine compounds are effective as retroviral protease inhibitors, and in particular as inhibitors of HIV protease.

Abstract: The present application describes modulators of CCR3 of formula (I): or pharmaceutically acceptable salt forms thereof, useful for the prevention of asthma and other allergic diseases.