Mini-Reviews in Organic Chemistry - Volume 15, Issue 1, 2018

Background: The Diels-Alder reaction is one of the most important reactions in organic synthesis. Objective: Recently there has been considerable interest in conducting this important reaction in aqueous or semi-aqueous media using organocatalysts due to the green nature of the water solvent and organocatalysts as well as the special solvent effects of water on organic reactions. Conclusion: This review attempts to sum Read More

Background: Microalgae cultures are an interesting option for industrial effluent treatment due to their capacity to use these wastes as a nutritional source in the culture medium, producing a biomass that is rich in high-value biocompounds. Objective: This review aims to explore the industrial effluents that are mostly used as a nutritional source in microalgal cultivation, as well as the concepts of white biotechnology, cyclical pr Read More

Background: Thioureas are widely used as intermediates in organic synthesis, and they are commonly used in several classes of heterocycles. Objective: There has been an escalating interest in the development of heterocycles employing thioureas as building blocks. Furthermore, thioureas can be utilized as a reagent in a synthesis of a large number of therapeutic agents. In addition, substituted thioureas have recently gain Read More

Background: Aquilaria, a genus belonging to the Thymelaeaceae, produces fragrant resinous agarwood, also known as eaglewood, which has been used as incense since old times. The intense fragrance is the result of the presence of a wide variety of secondary metabolites. Objective: This genus was reported contained sesquiterpenes, chromones, flavonoids, benzophenones, diterpenoids, triterpenoids, and lignans. Conclus Read More

Background: Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome or (AIDS) is a malady which is caused by HIV (human immunodeficiency) virus and affects individuals on all continents. In the year 1987, the antiretroviral therapy began improving the eminence of life for AIDS patients and increased the survival rates. Abacavir is an antiretroviral drug approved by FDA in 1998, and is widely employed in the treatment of AIDS. Objective: T Read More

Background: The species of genus Streptocaulon are well known for their traditional uses in the treatment of various diseases like dysentery, influenza, stomachache, chronic nephritis and traumatic injury. Objective: In recent years, the genus Streptocaulon has been studied for its chemical constituents and biological activities. The cardiac glycosides and triterpenoids are the major constituents of this genus and mo Read More

Background: Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are a major class of organic pollutants that are widely distributed in the environment and cause human disease and harm the ecological environment. Objective: The principle processes for their successful removal from the environment (such as soil, sediment, or water) are currently believed to be microbial transformation and degradation. Results: Studying the metabolic Read More