Abstract: Compounds and compositions that have an asialoglycoprotein receptor (ASGPR) binding ligand bound to an extracellular protein binding ligand for the selective degradation of the target extracellular protein in vivo to treat disorders mediated by the extracellular protein are described.

Abstract: Provided are an epoxy resin curing agent containing an amine composition or a modified product thereof, wherein the amine composition contains bis(aminomethyl)cyclohexane (A) and a compound (B) represented by the following formula (1), and wherein the content of the component (B) based on 100 parts by mass of the component (A) is from 0.01 to 2.0 parts by mass, an epoxy resin composition, and use of an amine composition for an epoxy resin curing agent, wherein R1 represents an alkyl group having 1 to 6 carbon atoms, and p is a number of 1 to 3.

Abstract: Provided herein are methods and systems for producing a thermally stable polylactone polymer comprising chain terminating the polymer with an end-capping agent to prevent scission of the polymer. Also provided is a thermally stable polylactone polymer wherein the polymer has a first end and a second end, wherein at least one of said first and second ends terminate in an end-capping agent.

Abstract: A diamine composition comprising a benzylmonoamine having a methyl group in an amount of 10 ppm to 2,000 ppm in the composition and use thereof for the preparation of a diisocyanate composition and an optical material. A process for preparing a diisocyanate composition wherein the b* value according to the CIE color coordinate of the diamine composition is adjusted to a specific range, whereby the yield and purity of the diisocyanate composition and the optical characteristics of the final optical lens are enhanced. Use of the process for the diisocyanate composition for preparing a plastic optical lens of high quality.

Abstract: Pd(II)-catalyzed g-G(sp3)-H arylation or heteroarylation of primary amines is realized by using 2-hydroxynicotinaldehyde as a catalytic transient directing group. Importantly, the catalyst and the directing group loading can be lowered to 2% and 4% respectively, thus demonstrating high efficiency of this newly designed transient directing group. Heterocyclic aryl iodides are also compatible with this reaction. Furthermore, swift synthesis of 1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthyridine derivatives is accomplished using this reaction.

Abstract: A compound, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or ester thereof, having a structure of: wherein X is a divalent linking moiety; and R1-R10 are each individually H, optionally-substituted alkyl, optionally-substituted alkoxy, optionally-substituted aryl, optionally-substituted cycloalkyl, optionally-substituted heterocyclic, halogen, amino, or hydroxy, provided that at least one of R3 or R8 is an optionally-substituted alkyl, a substituted alkoxy, optionally-substituted aryl, optionally-substituted cycloalkyl, optionally-substituted heterocyclic, or halogen.

Abstract: Treatment compositions for neutralizing acidic species and reducing hydrochloride and amine salts in a fluid hydrocarbon stream are disclosed. The treatment compositions may comprise at least one amine with a salt precipitation potential index of equal to or less than about 1.0. Methods for neutralizing acidic species and reducing deposits of hydrochloride and amine salts in a hydrocarbon refining process are also disclosed. The methods may comprise providing a fluid hydrocarbon stream and adding a treatment composition to the fluid hydrocarbon stream. The treatment compositions used may have a salt precipitation potential index of equal to or less than about 1.0 and comprise either water-soluble or oil-soluble amines.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a titration scheme for the administration of a 1-amino-alkylcyclohexane derivative which allows for quick attainment of an effective dose of a 1-amino-alkylcyclohexane derivative while minimizing side effects. The present invention further relates to a titration package for providing a 1-amino-alkylcyclohexane derivative (e.g., neramexane or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof) in at least two different dosages. The present titration scheme/titration package may be useful in the treatment of various diseases, including tinnitus.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds according to general formula (I), pharmaceutical compositions comprising compounds according to general formula (I) and the use of the compounds for the treatment of a bacterial infection, particularly for use as an antibiotic.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds that have an affinity to the ?-opioid receptor and the ORL 1-receptor, methods for their production, medications containing these compounds and the use of these compounds for the treatment of pain and other conditions.

Abstract: Provided is a method for producing a 2-alkenylamine compound efficiently and at low cost, using a primary or secondary amine compound and a 2-alkenyl compound as the starting materials therefor. The 2-alkenyleamine compound is produced by 2-alkenylating a primary or secondary amine compound, using a specified 2-alkenylating agent and in the presence of a catalyst comprising a complexing agent and a transition metal precursor stabilized by a monovalent anionic five-membered conjugated diene.

Abstract: Method of preparing 1-chloroacetamido-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane, an intermediate in the synthesis of 1-amino-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane (Neramexane) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, comprising step (iii): (iii) reacting 1-hydroxy-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane with chloroacetonitrile in the presence of an acid, wherein 1-hydroxy-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane is employed in step (iii) as obtained in the reaction of a methylmagnesium halide with 3,3,5,5-tetramethylcyclohexanone without having been subjected to a purification step.

Abstract: Provided are aminoalcohol compounds for use as additives for paints and coatings. The compounds are of the formula (I): wherein x, R, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, and RA are as defined herein.

Abstract: Chemoselective isolation of aliphatic hydroxyl group-containing and aromatic hydroxyl group-containing compounds is accomplished via formation of polymeric siloxyl ethers. Chemoselective release of aliphatic hydroxyl group-containing and aromatic hydroxyl group-containing compounds from polymeric siloxyl reagents is described.

Abstract: Method of preparing 1-amino-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof (Neramexane), comprising step (iv): (iv) hydrolyzing a mixture comprising an acid, 1-formamido-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane and hydrogen cyanide to yield 1-amino-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a process for producing intermediates of a compound which exhibits an activated blood coagulation factor Xa inhibitory action and which is a useful preventive and a therapeutic agent for thrombotic diseases. The intermediate production process is represented by the following reaction scheme.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds according to general formula (I), pharmaceutical compositions comprising compounds according to general formula (I) and the use of the compounds for the treatment of a bacterial infection, particularly for use as an antibiotic.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an ASD genetically engineered model carrying a deletion of Shank2 gene and having reduced NMDA receptor function. According to the present disclosure, genetically engineered mice that show the clinical features of ASD due to the deletion of the Shank2 gene can be obtained, and the genetically engineered mice can be effectively used to screen candidate therapeutic agents.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a process for the production of high density polyethylene by polymerisation of ethylene in the presence of a supported chromium oxide based catalyst which is modified with an organic compound comprising oxygen and a nitrogen atom which is selected from the group consisting of saturated heterocyclic organic compounds with a five or six membered ring, amino esters and amino alcohols. Such organic compounds allow manufacturing of HDPE with increases molecular weight distribution and increased molecular weight.

Abstract: The present invention relates to 5-isopropyl-3-aminomethyl-2-methyl-1-aminocyclohexane (carvonediamine) and to a process for preparation thereof by a) reacting carvone with hydrogen cyanide, b) then reacting the carvonenitrile obtained in stage a) with ammonia in the presence of an imine formation catalyst and c) then reacting the carvonenitrile imine-containing reaction mixture obtained in stage b) with hydrogen and ammonia over hydrogenation catalysts. The present invention further relates to the use of carvonediamine as a hardener for epoxy resins, as an intermediate in the preparation of diisocyanates, as a starter in the preparation of polyetherols and/or as a monomer for polyamide preparation.

Abstract: There is provided an acid gas absorbent having excellent performance of absorbing acid gas such as carbon dioxide, and an acid gas removal device and an acid gas removal method using the acid gas absorbent. An acid gas absorbent of an embodiment contains at least one type of tertiary amine compound represented by the following general formula (1). (In the above formula (1), the cycle A represents a cyclic structure whose carbon number is not less than 3 nor more than 8. R1, R2 and R3 each represent an alkyl group whose carbon number is 1 to 4, and R4 represents a hydroxyalkyl group. R1 and R2 are groups coupled to carbon atoms adjacent to a carbon atom forming the cycle A and coupled to a nitrogen atom.

Abstract: Methods of performing cycloadditions are described that include (a) combining a first reactant and a second reactant in a hydrogen bonding solvent to form a reaction mixture; and (b) reacting the first reactant and the second reactant to form a cycloadduct. Methods of performing asymmetric catalytic reactions are also described that include (a) combining a first reactant, a second reactant, and a catalytic amount of a chiral hydrogen-bond donor in a solvent to form a reaction mixture; and (b) reacting the first reactant and the second reactant to form an enantiomeric excess of a reaction product. Reaction mixtures corresponding to these methods are also described.

Abstract: Inhibitors of the soluble epoxide hydrolase (sEH) are provided that incorporate multiple pharmacophores and are useful in the treatment of diseases.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for the synthesis of an ? amino acetal, comprising (i) oxidizing a tertiary amine in the presence of a copper catalyst, at least one oxidant and a solvent, or (ii) reacting a secondary amine and an aliphatic aldehyde in the presence of a copper catalyst, at least one oxidant and a solvent.

Abstract: Method of preparing 3,3,5,5-tetramethylcyclohexanone comprising step (i): (i) converting isophorone to 3,3,5,5-tetramethylcyclohexanone in the presence of methylmagnesium chloride. The thus prepared 3,3,5,5-tetramethylcyclohexanone may be employed in a method of preparing 1-amino-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane (Neramexane) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: The present invention provides an amide compound having antibacterial activity, and a bacterial infection control agent for agricultural and horticultural use that contains the amide compound. The novel amide compound of the present invention is represented by General Formula (1): wherein R is a —CH(R1)(R2) or a —CO(R2) group, R1 is a hydrogen atom or a hydroxyl group, and R2 is a C1-12 alkyl group.

Abstract: Disclosed are compound having NPY Y5 receptor antagonistic activity of formula (I): or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein R1 is optionally substituted lower alkyl, R2 and R8 are each independently hydrogen or lower alkyl, X is optionally substituted cycloalkylene, or —NR2—X— may be a group of the formula: wherein a group of the formula: is piperidinediyl, piperazinediyl, pyridindiyl, pyrazinediyl, pyrrolidinediyl or pyrrolediyl, U is a bond, lower alkylene or lower alkenylene, Y is —OCONR7—, —CONR7— or —CSNR7—, R7 is hydrogen or lower alkyl, Z is optionally substituted carbocyclyl, or optionally substituted heterocyclyl, W is —S(?O)n-, n is 2, provided that Z is not carbocyclyl substituted with non-halogeno lower alkoxy, and provided that 5-Methyl-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-thiazolo[5,4-c]pyridine-2-carboxylic acid [2-[(5-chloro-1H-indole-2-carbonyl)-amino]-5 -(N?,N?-dimethyl-hydrazinocarbonyl)-cyclohexyl]-amide and 5-Methyl-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-thiazolo[5,4-c]pyridine-2-carboxylic acid [

Abstract: There is provided an acid gas absorbent having excellent performance of absorbing acid gas such as carbon dioxide, and an acid gas removal device and an acid gas removal method using the acid gas absorbent. An acid gas absorbent of an embodiment contains at least one type of tertiary amine compound represented by the following general formula (1). (In the above formula (1), the cycle A represents acyclic structure whose carbon number is not less than 3 nor more than 8. R1, R2 and R3 each represent an alkyl group whose carbon number is 1 to 4, and R4 represents a hydroxyalkyl group. R1 and R2 are groups coupled to carbon atoms adjacent to a carbon atom forming the cycle A and coupled to a nitrogen atom.

Abstract: The present invention claims fluoro- & iodo-containing aldehydes as ALDH substrates for use as diagnostic imaging agents or as therapeutic agents. The aldehydes are both directly and indirectly attached to an aromatic or a straight chain ring. ALDH activity was monitored either by the formation of acid-product or consumption of aldehyde substrates.

Abstract: Processes useful for the preparation of a Compound of Formula I: Formula (I). Intermediates useful for the preparation of the compound of Formula I, and processes useful for preparing said intermediates are disclosed.

Abstract: This invention provides aromatic diimines where the diimines have imino groups with at least two carbon atoms, and either are in the form of one benzene ring having two imino groups on the ring, which imino groups are meta or para relative to each other, and in which each position ortho to an imino group bears a hydrocarbyl group, or are in the form of two benzene rings connected by an alkylene bridge and having one imino group on each ring, and in which each position ortho to an imino group bears a hydrocarbyl group.

Abstract: Methods for stabilizing ?-galactosidase, stabilizing ?-glucocerebrosidase, treating a glycolipid metabolic disorder caused by mutation of ?-galactosidase gene, treating a glycolipid metabolic disorder caused by mutation of ?-glucocerebrosidase gene, regenerating the activity of ?-galactosidase, regenerating the activity of ?-glucosidase, treating GM1 gangliosidosis, Morquio-B or Krabbe's disease, and treating Gaucher's disease, include administering a carba-sugar amine derivative represented by the following formula (1) or (2):

Abstract: An acid gas absorbent of which recovery amount of acid gas such as carbon dioxide is high, and an acid gas removal device and an acid gas removal method using the acid gas absorbent are provided. The acid gas absorbent of the embodiment comprising at least one type of tertiary amine compound represented by the following general formula (1). (In the above-stated formula (1), either one of the R1, R2 represents a substituted or non-substituted alkyl group of which carbon number is 2 to 5, and the other one represents a substituted or non-substituted alkyl group of which carbon number is 1 to 5. The R3 represents a methyl group or an ethyl group, and the R4 represents a hydroxyalkyl group. The R1, R2 may either be the same or different, and they may be coupled to form a cyclic structure.

Abstract: A method for producing a polyamino-polyalcohol. The method comprises steps of: (a) combining an aminoalcohol of formula (I) with a nitro-diol of formula (II) to produce a nitro amino diol; and (b) contacting the nitro amino diol with a reducing agent capable of reducing aliphatic nitro groups.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of producing 1-amino-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane (Neramexane) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof comprising the step of heating a mixture comprising 1-chloroacetamido-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane, thiourea and water.

Abstract: Method of preparing 1-chloroacetamido-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane, an intermediate in the synthesis of 1-amino-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane (Neramexane) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, comprising step (iii): (iii) reacting 1-hydroxy-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane with chloroacetonitrile in the presence of an acid, wherein 1-hydroxy-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane is employed in step (iii) as obtained in the reaction of a methylmagnesium halide with 3,3,5,5-tetramethylcyclohexanone without having been subjected to a purification step.

Abstract: The method of producing a salt of 1-amino-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane comprising steps (i) to (v): (i) converting isophorone to 3,3,5,5-tetramethylcyclohexanone; (ii) converting 3,3,5,5-tetramethylcyclohexanone obtained in step (i) to 1-hydroxy-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane; (iii) converting 1-hydroxy-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane obtained in step (ii) to 1-chloroacetamido-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane; (iv) converting 1-chloroacetamido-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane obtained in step (iii) to 1-amino-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane; wherein at least one of 3,3,5,5-tetramethylcyclohexanone, 1-hydroxy-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane, 1-chloroacetamido-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane, is not subjected to a purification step.

Abstract: Method of preparing 1-hydroxy-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane comprising step (ii): (ii) converting 3,3,5,5-tetramethylcyclohexanone to 1-hydroxy-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane by using methylmagnesium chloride. 1-hydroxy-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane may be used for preparing 1-amino-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane (Neramexane) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: The invention is concerned with compounds of formula I: wherein R, R2, and Q are as defined in the description and in the claims, as well as physiologically acceptable salts thereof. These compounds are useful as inhibitors of cholesteryl ester transfer protein (CETP).

Abstract: Method of preparing 1-amino-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, comprising at least two steps selected from the following steps (i) to (iv): (i) converting isophorone to 3,3,5,5-tetramethylcyclohexanone in the presence of methylmagnesium chloride; (ii) converting 3,3,5,5-tetramethylcyclohexanone to 1-hydroxy-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane in the presence of methylmagnesium chloride; (iii) converting 1-hydroxy-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane to 1-chloroacetamido-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane in the presence of chloroacetonitrile in acidic solution; (iv)converting 1-chloroacetamido-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane to 1-amino-1,3,3,5,5-pentamethylcyclohexane in the presence of thiourea in water.

Abstract: A hypoglycemic effect enhancer for enhancing the activity of an ?-glucosidase inhibitor, the enhancer comprising at least one kind of bacteria selected from the group consisting of bifidobacteria, lactic acid bacteria, saccharifying bacteria, and butyric acid bacteria.

Abstract: This invention provides chain extender compositions. These compositions comprise (i) an aliphatic secondary diamine, and (ii) a component selected from the group consisting of: (a) a cycloaliphatic primary diamine; (b) an aliphatic secondary diamine; (c) an aliphatic secondary diamine and an aliphatic primary diamine; (d) an aliphatic diimine; and (e) a combination of any two or more of (a) through (d), with the proviso that when (ii) is (a), (i) is a noncyclic aliphatic secondary diamine. Processes for producing polyurethanes, polyureas, and polyurea-urethanes are also provided.

Abstract: Novel cyclohexylmethyl compounds corresponding to formula I wherein R1, R2, R3, R4 and R5, have the meanings given in the description. Pharmaceutical formulations containing these compounds, as well as a processes for preparing these compounds and related methods of treatment are also provided.

Abstract: A mineral absorption accelerator, and an anemia improving agent, food and drink or food and drink material containing the mineral absorption accelerator are provided, the mineral absorption accelerator including: an ?-glucosidase inhibitory component.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing 2-amino-6-alkyl-amino-4,5,6,7-tetrahydrobenzothiazoles (I) wherein the asterisk (*) represents an asymmetric carbon and R1 is C1-C6 alkyl; their enantiomers or mixtures thereof, their solvates, hydrates or pharmaceutically acceptable salts, comprising: (a) reacting a compound (II) with a secondary amine, optionally in the presence of an acid and a solvent 1, to form an enamine; (b) optionally removing said acid and said solvent 1, and then reacting said enamine with sulfur in the presence of a solvent 2; and (c) reacting the previously obtained compound with cyanamide to obtain the compound (I). Pramipexole, a compound with dopamine D-2 agonist activity, is among the compounds (I) and is useful for the treatment of Parkinson's disease and schizophrenia.

Abstract: Disclosed are merocyanine derivatives of formula (1), wherein R1 and R2 independently from each other are branched C4-C22alkyl; or branched C4-C12 alkenyl; R3 and R4 independently from each other are cyano; COR7, COOR7; CONR7R8; SO2(C6-C12)aryl; C2-C12alk-1-enyl; C3-C12cycloalk-1-enyl; C2-C12alk-1-inyl; C2-C12heteroalkyl; C3-C5heterocycloalkyl; C6-C10aryl; or C1-C9heteroaryl; wherein at least one of R3 and R4 is cyano; R5 and R6 independently from each other are hydrogen; C1-C6alkyl; C5-C8cycloalkyl which may be substituted by one or more than one C1-C4alkyl; and R7 and R8 independently from each other are hydrogen; C1-C22alkyl; C2-C12alkenyl; C2-C12alkinyl; C3-C12cycloalkyl; C3-C12cycloalkenyl; —(CH2)tCOOH; C7-C12aralkyl; C1-C12heteroalkyl; C2-C11heteroaralkyl; C6-C10aryl; C1-C9heteroaryl. The compounds are useful as UV absorbers for protecting human hair and skin against the damaging effect of UV radiation.

Abstract: A carba-sugar amine derivative represented by the following formula (1) or (2) is used as the active ingredient of a ?-galactosidase inhibitor or a glycolipid metabolic disorder treating agent. Wherein each of R1 and R2 independently represents H, an alkyl group, an acyl group, an aryl group or an aralkyl group, with the proviso that both are not H at the same time, and each of R3, R4, R5 and R6 independently represents a hydroxyl group or hydroxyl group having a substituent. Also, R7 represents an alkyl group, and each of R8, R9, R10 and R11 independently represents a hydroxyl group or a hydroxyl group having a substituent.

Abstract: This invention provides aromatic diimines which have imino hydrocarbylidene groups with at least two carbon atoms, and aromatic secondary diamines which have amino hydrocarbyl groups with at least two carbon atoms. Both the aromatic diimines and the aromatic secondary diamines either are in the form of one phenyl ring, or are in the form of two phenyl rings connected by an alkylene bridge; each position ortho to an imino group or an amino group bears a hydrocarbyl group. When in the form of one phenyl ring, there are two imino groups on the ring or two amino groups on the ring; the imino groups or amino groups are meta or para relative to each other. When in the form of two phenyl rings connected by an alkylene bridge, there is either one imino group or one amino group on each phenyl ring. Also provided are processes for forming diimines and secondary diamines.

Abstract: A method of producing optically active trans-2-aminocyclohexanol includes allowing racemic trans-2-aminocyclohexanol to react with optically active 2-methoxyphenylacetic acid to produce an optically active 2-methoxyphenylacetic acid salt of optically active trans-2-aminocyclohexanol and separating the salt. An optically active 2-methoxyphenylacetic acid salt of optically active trans-2-aminocyclohexanol is also provided. The method makes it possible to produce optically active trans-2-aminocyclohexanol with ease and a high yield from an industrially-advantageous, inexpensive raw material.

Abstract: Methods of performing cycloadditions are described that include (a) combining a first reactant and a second reactant in a hydrogen bonding solvent to form a reaction mixture; and (b) reacting the first reactant and the second reactant to form a cycloadduct. Methods of performing asymmetric catalytic reactions are also described that include (a) combining a first reactant, a second reactant, and a catalytic amount of a chiral hydrogen-bond donor in a solvent to form a reaction mixture; and (b) reacting the first reactant and the second reactant to form an enantiomeric excess of a reaction product. Reaction mixtures corresponding to these methods are also described.