3,5-Di-O-benzoyl-1,2-O-isopropylidene-α-d-ribo-hexos-3-ulo-1,4:3,6-difuranose
2011

Structure of a New Organic Compound

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Zhang Qiurong, Chen Xuebin, Zhu Nan, Jiang Tengfei, Liu Hongmin

Primary Institution: Zhengzhou University

Conclusion

The compound C23H22O8 has a unique structure with two benzoyl ester groups and is linked by weak hydrogen bonds.

Supporting Evidence

  • The compound is an important intermediate in the synthesis of bicyclo-glycosyls.
  • It has potential applications as an anti-tumor and antivirus agent.
  • The structure was confirmed using X-ray crystallography.

Takeaway

Scientists made a new chemical compound that has a special structure, which could help in making medicines.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized from a precursor using a series of chemical reactions and characterized using X-ray crystallography.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811024317

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