10.1016/j.tet.2005.03.086
The research focuses on the synthesis and variation of m-THPC (Temoporfin) related amphiphilic A2BC-type porphyrins for applications in photodynamic therapy (PDT). The study explores the role of photosensitizer localization and aims to develop new photosensitizers by synthesizing unsymmetrically substituted tetrapyrroles with mixed hydrophilic/hydrophobic substitution patterns. The experiments involve the use of well-established condensation methods combined with functionalization via organolithium compounds or transition metal-catalyzed coupling protocols. Starting from simple A2- or AB-porphyrins, the researchers describe the synthesis of various A2B-, A3-, A3B-, and A2BC-porphyrins. The reactants include dipyrromethane, aldehydes, and organolithium reagents, while analyses are performed using techniques such as NMR, UV/vis spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, and elemental analysis to characterize the synthesized porphyrins and evaluate their potential as photosensitizers in PDT.
10.1016/S0040-4020(01)00088-6
The research aims to develop an effective and mild method for synthesizing pyrromethanes, which are important compounds in organic chemistry. The study explores the coupling reaction of 2-mercaptobenzothiazolylmethylpyrrole with α-free pyrrole in the presence of silver(I) triflate, which proceeds smoothly at room temperature to yield pyrromethanes in excellent yield. The researchers found that the azafulvenium ion, an active intermediate, also reacts with pyrromethane under similar neutral conditions to produce an equilibrated mixture of pyrromethanes in good yield. The study concludes that the use of 2-mercaptobenzothiazolylmethylpyrrole and silver(I) triflate provides a highly efficient and mild synthesis route for pyrromethanes, offering significant advantages over previous methods that required more harsh conditions or lower yields.