(E)-1-(2,4-Dihy­droxy­phen­yl)-3-(4-hydroxy­phen­yl)prop-2-en-1-one monohydrate
2011

Study of a Chemical Compound with Biological Activities

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Author Information

Author(s): Wang Jian-Guo, Wu Lin, Zhong Chan-Juan, Ouyang Zhao-Hui, Yi De-Lian

Primary Institution: Applied Chemistry Research Institute, Wuhan University of Science & Technology

Conclusion

The compound exhibits a three-dimensional network structure stabilized by hydrogen bonds.

Supporting Evidence

  • The compound has been linked to biological activities such as tracheal relaxation.
  • It also suppresses cocaine-induced extracellular dopamine release.

Takeaway

The study looks at a chemical compound that has two benzene rings and forms a special structure with water, which might help in understanding its biological effects.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized using 2,4-dihydroxyacetophenone and 4-hydroxybenzaldehyde, followed by crystallization.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811006271

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