Abstract
matrix presented We have designed and synthesized a highly lipophilic boronic acid (11) with a molecular shape that makes it much more effective at carrying sugars through organic membranes than a previously used steroidal boronic acid. The corresponding diboronic acid (12) was also found to transport fructose ahead of glucose with a very high selectivity (7.6:1.0). Modeling suggests that 12 is able to carry two fructose molecules at once in a complex stabilized through hydrogen bonding and ion pairing.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 917-920 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Organic Letters |
Volume | 3 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 22 Mar 2001 |
Externally published | Yes |