3,6-Didehydro-5-hydroxy-1,2-O-isopropylidene-5-C-nitromethyl-α-D-glucofuranose
2011
Structure of a New Compound Derived from D-Glucose
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Zhang Qiurong, Li Pan, Chen Xuebin, Wang Xiandong, Liu Hongmin
Primary Institution: New Drug Research & Development Center, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, People’s Republic of China
Hypothesis
The study investigates the synthesis and crystal structure of a new azasugar compound.
Conclusion
The compound exhibits a unique crystal structure stabilized by various molecular interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound consists of a methylenedioxy ring and two fused tetrahydrofuran rings.
- Intermolecular interactions link the molecules into a three-dimensional network.
- The synthesis was performed at room temperature.
Takeaway
Scientists made a new sugar-like compound and looked at its structure using X-ray. They found it has a special shape that helps it stay together.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized using the Henry reaction and analyzed using X-ray crystallography.
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