Abstract: The present invention relates to processes for preparing 3-methylsulfonylpropionitrile. The processes provide a good yield and a good purity of the final product and provide a controllable reaction. The present invention also relates to a crystalline form of 3-methylsulfonylpropionitrile having X-ray diffraction peaks at 13.9±0.1, 19.2±0.1, 20.0±0.1, 22.5±0.1, 23.2±0.1, 25.7±0.1, 28.1±0.1, 29.9±0.1, and 30.6±0.1 degrees 2?, and wherein the most intense peak is the peak at 13.9±0.1 degrees 2?.

Abstract: The present invention relates to derivatives of compounds which are known to be of use in the field of agriculture. These derivatives are differentiated from the parent active compound by virtue of being redox derivatives of the active compound. This means that one or more of the functional groups in the active compound has been converted to another group in one or more changes one or more of which may be considered to represent a change of oxidation state relative to the groups in the original compound. We refer to these compounds generally as redox derivatives. The compounds are of use as insecticides, herbicides and insect repellents.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved method for preparing dipeptidyl peptidase-IV inhibitor and intermediate. The present invention is able to reduce preparation costs by using low cost reagents on reaction and is able to be used in mass production by improving yield.

Abstract: Process for the synthesis of ivabradine of formula (I): and addition salts thereof with a pharmaceutically acceptable acid.

Abstract: Process for the synthesis of ivabradine of formula (I): and addition salts thereof with a pharmaceutically acceptable acid.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods and composition for treating a disease or condition related to orexin receptor 1, orexin receptor 2, somatostatin receptor 2 or dopamine D2L receptor. The method comprises administering a composition comprising an effective amount of verapamil and a pharmaceutically acceptable excipient to a subject, wherein the verapamil is capable of binding to at least one of a receptor selected from the group consisting of orexin receptor 1, orexin receptor 2, somatostatin receptor 2 and dopamine D2L receptor of the subject.

Abstract: Disclosed are nitrile derivatives and pharmaceutical compositions comprising nitrile derivatives. The pharmaceutical compositions comprise compounds of the formula I and the pharmaceutically acceptable salts of such compounds. Also disclosed are processes for the preparation of such compounds, intermediates used in the preparation of such compounds, and the uses of such compounds in treating hyperproliferative diseases, inflammatory diseases and viral and bacterial infections and inducing apoptosis in cancer cells.

Abstract: The invention provides compounds, compositions, methods, and kits for the treatment of neurogenic inflammation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved method for preparing dipeptidyl peptidase-IV inhibitor and intermediate. The present invention is able to reduce preparation costs by using low cost reagents on reaction and is able to be used in mass production by improving yield.

Abstract: The present invention relates to biphenyl-based renin inhibitor compounds having amino-terminal groups, and their use in treating cardiovascular events and renal insufficiency.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a compound of formula (I) for the manufacture of a medicament for the prevention or the treatment of HIV infection wherein the compound of formula (I) is a compound of formula a N-oxide, a pharmaceutically acceptable addition salt, a quaternary amine or a stereochemically isomeric form thereof, wherein A and B each represents a radical of formula and wherein —C-D- represents a bivalent radical of formula —N?CH—NR17—??(c-1); or —NR17—CH?N—??(c-2); provided that when A represents a radical of formula (a) then B represents a radical of formula (b) and when A represents a radical of formula (b) then B represents a radical of formula (a).

Abstract: Certain chemical entities are provided herein. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising at least one chemical entity and one or more pharmaceutically acceptable vehicle. Methods of treating patients suffering from certain diseases and disorders responsive to the inhibition of KMO activity are described, which comprise administering to such patients an amount of at least one chemical entity effective to reduce signs or symptoms of the disease or disorder are disclosed. These diseases include neurodegenerative disorders such as Huntington's disease. Methods of treatment include administering at least one chemical entity as a single active agent or administering at least one chemical entity in combination with one or more other therapeutic agents. Also provided are methods for screening compounds capable of inhibiting KMO activity.

Abstract: Provided herein are compositions including diastereomers in substantially diastereomerically pure form and enantiomers in substantially enantiomerically pure form, and processes for preparing them and converting them to metyrosine.

Abstract: A novel process for the preparation of lamotrigine and its intermediates is devised.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a new class of 4-cycloalkoxy benzonitriles and to their use as androgen receptor modulators. Other aspects of the invention are directed to the use of these compounds to decrease excess sebum secretions and to stimulate hair growth.

Abstract: A photoacid generator has formula (1). A chemically amplified resist composition comprising the photoacid generator has advantages including a high resolution, focus latitude, long-term PED dimensional stability, and a satisfactory pattern profile shape. When the photoacid generator is combined with a resin having acid labile groups other than those of the acetal type, resolution and top loss are improved. The composition is suited for deep UV lithography.

Abstract: The present invention is related to chemical compositions, processes for the preparation thereof and uses of the composition. Particularly, the present invention relates to compositions of compounds of Formula (A): wherein Ar, X, Y, R1, R2, R3, and q are as defined herein; and their use in the treatment of diseases, including treatment of sleepiness, promotion of wakefulness, treatment of Parkinson's disease, cerebral ischemia, stroke, sleep apneas, eating disorders, stimulation of appetite and weight gain, treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (“ADHD”), enhancing function in disorders associated with hypofunctionality of the cerebral cortex, including, but not limited to, depression, schizophrenia, fatigue, in particular, fatigue associated with neurologic disease, such as multiple sclerosis, chronic fatigue syndrome, and improvement of cognitive dysfunction.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new process for the synthesis of high purity 3,5-diamino-6-(2,3-dichlorophenyl)-1,2,4-triazine of formula (I) using 2,3-dichlorobenzoyl cyanide and an aminoguanidine salt as starting materials. 2,3-dichlorobenzoyl cyanide is reacted with 1-2 mol equivalent of aminoguanidine salt in 3-6 mol equivalent of methanesulfonic acid, then the obtained adduct of formula (IV) is transformed without isolation into the product with magnesium oxide.

Abstract: Liquid crystal polyester derived from phenylene-naphthalene monomers and one or more comonomers display an improved balance of properties, including low melt viscosity, fast cycle time in molding, very low mold shrinkage, high tensile and/or flexural strength, solvent resistance, excellent barrier properties, low water absorption, low thermal expansion coefficient, excellent thermostability, and/or low flammability. The phenylene-naphthalene monomers are The one or more comonomers include 4-hydroxybenzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-6-naphthoic acid, terephthalic acid, isophthalic acid, and derivatives and combinations thereof.

Abstract: The present invention provides stable crystalline polymorphic Form C and Form D of (E)-Entacapone, (E)-N,N-diethyl-2-cyano-3-(3,4-dihydroxy-5-henyl)acrylamide and processes for their preparation. The polymorphic Form C and Form D of (E)-Entacapone are characterized by specific Infra Red (IR) and X-ray powder diffraction peak values.

Abstract: A process for preparation of Bicalutamide of formula (I), comprising oxidation of compound of formula (II), with potassium permanganate in presence of water or a mixture of water and water miscible solvent and isolating Bicalutamide of formula (I) thereof.

Abstract: The present invention provides certain monofluoroalkyl derivatives useful for potentiating glutamate receptor function in a mammal and therefore, useful for treating a wide variety of conditions, such as psychiatric and neurological disorders.

Abstract: New oxime sulfonate compounds of the formula (I) and (II), wherein R1 is C1-C12alkyl, C1C4haloalkyl, hydrogon, OR9, NR10R11, SR12 or is phenyl which is unsubstituted or substituted by OH, C1-C18alkyl, halogen and/or C1-C12alkoxy; R2, R3, R4 and R5 are for example hydrogen or C1-C12alkyl; R6 is for example is C1-C18alkylsulfonyl, phenyl-C1-C3alkylsulfonyl or phenylsulfonyl; R?6 is for example phenylenedisulfonyl or diphenylenedisulfonyl; R7, R8 and R9 for example are hydrogen or C1-C6alkyl; R10 and R11, are for example hydrogen or C1-C18alkyl; R12 is for example hydrogen, phenyl or C1-C18alkyl; A is S, O, NR13, or a group of formula A1, A2 or A3, R21 and R22 independently of one other have one of the meanings given for R7; R23, R24, R25 and R26 independently of one another are for example hydrogen, C1-C4alkyl, halogen or phenyl; Z is CR22 or N; and Z1 is CR22 or N; and Z1 is CR22 or N; and Z1 is CH2, S, O or NR13 are particularly suitable as photo-latent acids in resist applications.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of formula (I): useful for potentiating glutamate receptor function in a mammal and therefore, useful for treating a wide variety of conditions, such as psychiatric and neurological disorders.

Abstract: Disclosed are colorant compounds of the formula 1

Abstract: The present invention relates to certain phenalkyloxy-phenyl derivatives of formula (I) and analogs, to a process for preparing such compounds, having the utility in clinical conditions associated with insulin resistance, to methods for their therapeutic use and to pharmaceutical compositions containing them.

Abstract: The present invention relates to processes for the production of &agr;-aryl-&bgr;-ketonitriles, which serve as synthetic intermediates in the preparation of a series of biologically important molecules such as corticotropin releasing factor (CRF) receptor antagonists.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel improved process and intermediates for the process of preparing the oxime intermediates of formula (II) wherein R1 is hydrogen, fluoro or chloro, and R2 is methyl, ethyl, methoxy, ethoxy, trifluoromethyl, trifluoromethoxy, cyano, fluoro, chloro or bromo. The novel process comprises diazotizing an aniline of formula (VI) reacting the resulting diazonium salt with isopropenylacetate of formula (X) and reacting the resulting ketone of formula (XI) with an organic nitrite in the presence of hydrogene chloride, and methylating the resulting ketooxime of formula (VIII) with a methylating agent and reacting the resulting O-methyl ketooxime of formula (IX) with hydroxylamine. The compounds of formula (II) are intermediates for highly active fungicides from the class of the atrobilurins.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound of formula (I) in which X, A, T, Y, G and R are as defined in Claim (1).

Abstract: PPAR alpha activators, pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds and the use of such compounds to elevate certain plasma lipid levels, including high density lipoprotein-cholesterol and to lower certain other plasma lipid levels, such as LDL-cholesterol and triglycerides and accordingly to treat diseases which are exacerbated by low levels of HDL cholesterol and/or high levels of LDL-cholesterol and triglycerides, such as atherosclerosis and cardiovascular diseases, in mammals, including humans.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the preparation of N-arylanthranilic acids, and a process for the preparation of N-aryl anthranilic esters, amides, and hydroxamic esters.

Abstract: A compound of Formula (IA) or Formula (IB) 1

Abstract: Aminotetralin derivatives and pharmacological analogs thereof which contain an N-propynyl group exhibit differential dopaminergenic receptor activity. The subject compounds are useful in affecting dopamine receptor activity, particularly in exhibiting differing activity among the various dopamine receptor subtypes. The compounds are useful in treating CNS disorders in mammals in general, and humans in particular.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods to facilitate the identification of compounds that are capable of interacting with a biological macromolecule of interest. In one aspect, a composition is provided that comprises an array of one or more types of chemical compounds attached to a solid support, wherein the density of the array of compounds is at least 1000 spots per cm2. In particularly preferred embodiments, these compounds are attached to the solid support through a covalent interaction.

Abstract: 1

Abstract: The present invention provides an AP-1 activation inhibitor, NF-kappa B activation inhibitor, inflammatory cytokine production inhibitor, matrix metalloprotease production inhibitor, inflammatory cell adhesion molecule expression inhibitor, anti-inflammatory agent, antirheumatic agent, immunosuppressant, cancer metastasis inhibitor, remedy for arteriosclerosis and antiviral agent which contain the benzene derivative of the following general formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof as an active ingredient.

Abstract: Method of producing compounds of formula 1

Abstract: Chiral hydroxyethylamine, hydroxyethylurea or hydroxyethylsulfonamide isostere containing retroviral protease and renin inhibitors can be prepared by multi-step syntheses that utilize key chiral amine intermediates. This invention is a cost effective method of obtaining such key chiral amine intermediates enantiomerically, diastereomerically and chemically pure. The method is suitable for large scale (multikilogram) productions. This invention also encompasses organic acid and inorganic acid salts of the amine intermediates.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) 1

Abstract: New oxime derivatives of formula (I) or. (II), wherein m is 0 or 1; R1 inter alia is phenyl, naphthyl, anthracyl, phenanthryl or a heteroaryl radical; R′1 is for example C2-C12alkylene, phenylene, naphthylene; R2 is CN; R3 is C2-C6haloalkanoyl, halobenzoyl, a phosphoryl or an organosilyl group; R4, R5, R10 and R11 inter alia are hydrogen, C1-C6alkyl, C1-C6alkoxy; R6 inter alia is hydrogen phenyl, C1-C12alkyl; R7 and R8 inter alia are hydrogen, C1-C12alkyl; or R7 and R8, together with the nitrogen atom to which they are bonded, form a 5-, 6 or 7-membered ring; R9 is for example C1-C12alkyl; and A inter alia is S, O, NR7a; are useful as latent acids, especially in photoresist applications.

Abstract: Provided, among other things, is a compound of Formula I: 1

Abstract: A method for the inhibition of high affinity glycine transporters, compounds that inhibit these transporters; pharmaceutically active compositions comprising such compounds; and the use of such compounds either as above, or in formulations for the control or prevention of disease states in which glycine is involved are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention is a series of compounds formed from phenyl substituted pyridine or benzene derivatives and their pharmaceutically acceptable salts. These compounds have shown high affinity as antagonists to the NK-1 receptor.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel sulphonamide derivatives which are useful for potentiating glutamate receptor function in a mammal requiring treatment, processes for their preparation, and pharmaceutical compositions containing them.

Abstract: Phenylamino benzoic acid, benzamides, and benzyl alcohol derivatives of the formula 1

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: The present invention relates to novel compounds that are useful for inhibition and prevention of cell adhesion and cell adhesion-mediated pathologies. This invention also relates to pharmaceutical formulations comprising these compounds and methods of using them for inhibition and prevention of cell adhesion and cell adhesion-mediated pathologies. The compounds and pharmaceutical compositions of this invention can be used as therapeutic or prophylactic agents. They are particularly well-suited for treatment of many inflammatory and autoimmune diseases.

Abstract: The present invention provides a process for preparing a compound of the general formula (I): 1

Abstract: The present invention provides novel sulphonamide derivatives which are useful for potentiating glutamate receptor function in a mammal requiring treatment, processes for their preparation, and pharmaceutical compositions containing them.

Abstract: There are provided new alkane and alkoxyalkane derivatives of the general formula I in which R1, R2, R3, R4 and A have the meanings given in the description, processes for their preparation and insecticidal and acaricidal compositions containing these compounds.