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ChemInform Abstract: A Mechanochemical Route to Single Phase Cu2ZnSnS4 Powder.
Authors: Ritscher A. , Just J. , Dolotko O. , Schorr S. , Lerch M. 
Published: May 2016

AbstractWith respect to absorber materials in solar cells, single‐phase Cu2ZnSnS4 (CZTS) is prepared by intermittent high‐energy ball milling of CuS, ZnS, and SnS in the atomic ratio 2:1:1 (400 rpm, 3 h).
ChemInform Abstract: Synthesis, Structural Characteristics and Dielectric Properties of a New K2NiF4‐Type Phase Sr2Mn0.5Ti0.5O4.
Authors: Chupakhina T. I. , Melnikova N. V. , Gyrdasova O. I. 
Published: May 2016

AbstractSr2Mn0.5Ti0.5O4 is prepared by sol—gel combustion of a mixture of Ti(O‐iPr)4, Sr(NO3)2, Mn(HCOO)2, and citric acid as well as diammonium citrate which shows a rapid volume expansion after evaporation at 430 °C before being ignited and sintered (1.
ChemInform Abstract: Polar Order and Frustrated Antiferromagnetism in Perovskite Pb2MnWO6 Single Crystals.
Authors: Mathieu Roland , et al.  
Published: May 2016

AbstractSingle crystals of the multiferroic title compound are prepared from mixtures of PbO, Mn2O3, and WO3 (corundum crucible, Ar flow, 900 °C, 1 h).
ChemInform Abstract: Facile Electrochemical Deposition of Cu7Te4 Thin Films with Visible‐Light Driven Photocatalytic Activity and Thermoelectric Performance.
Authors: Ghosh Amrita , Mitra Mousumi , Banerjee Dipali , Mondal Anup 
Published: May 2016

AbstractThin films of single‐phase Cu7Te4 are electrodeposited by short‐circuiting FTO glass substrates and a Sn foil both submerged in an aqueous solution of Cu(NO3)2 and TeO2 containing Na2EDTA at pH 2.
ChemInform Abstract: Hybrid Lanthanide—Actinide Peroxide Cage Clusters.
Authors: Sigmon Ginger E. , Szymanowski Jennifer E. S. , Carter Korey P. , Cahill Christopher L. , Burns Peter C. 
Published: May 2016

AbstractOrange crystals of K35 [(UO2)31Sm9(O2)51 (OH)22(H2O)6] (H2O)50—70 are prepared from aqueous solutions of UO2(NO3)2, Sm(NO3)3, KOH, and H2O2 (25 °C, 5 d).
ChemInform Abstract: On the Fluorination of Plutonium Dioxide by Ammonium Hydrogen Fluoride.
Authors: Claux Benoit , Benes Ondrej , Capelli Elisa , Soucek Pavel , Meier Roland 
Published: May 2016

AbstractFollowing a literature survey on published PuF3 syntheses in view of its use within the fuel cycle of advanced molten salt fast nuclear reactors, the authors′ own method comprises fluorination of PuO2 with NH4HF2 (Ni crucible in stainless steel container, 350 °C, 24 h, 92% yield).
ChemInform Abstract: Crystal Structure and Low‐Temperature Properties of a Novel Cerium Stannide Ce3RuSn6.
Authors: Gribanova V. , Gnida D. , Murashova E. V. , Gribanov A. V. , Kaczorowski D. 
Published: May 2016

AbstractThe new title compound is synthesized by repeated arc melting of stoichiometric mixtures of the elements.
ChemInform Abstract: Lewis Acid—Base Bifunctional Aluminum—Salen Catalysts: Synthesis of Cyclic Carbonates from Carbon Dioxide and Epoxides.
Authors: Ren Yanwei , Jiang Ou , Zeng Hang , Mao Qiuping , Jiang Huanfeng 
Published: May 2016

AbstractThe Lewis acid—base bifunctional monometallic aluminum—salen complexes (I) and (II) are prepared, characterized and shown to be efficient and recyclable homogeneous catalysts for the organic solvent‐free synthesis of cyclic carbonates from epoxides and CO2.
ChemInform Abstract: Biodegradable Choline Hydroxide Promoted Environmentally Benign Thiolysis of Epoxides.
Authors: Azizi Najmedin , Edrisi Mahtab 
Published: May 2016

AbstractThe ring opening of aryl and alkyl epoxides affords the corresponding β‐hydroxy sulfides in high yields with excellent regioselectivity using a choline‐based task‐specific ionic liquid.
ChemInform Abstract: Copper‐Catalyzed Trifluoromethylation of Polysubstituted Alkenes Assisted by Decarboxylation.
Authors: He Zhengbiao , Tan Ping , Hu Jinbo 
Published: May 2016

AbstractA mild method for the efficient trifluoromethylation of a broad range of β,γ‐unsaturated carboxylic acids in order to obtain allylic CF3‐substituted compounds is elaborated.
ChemInform Abstract: Palladium‐Catalyzed Synthesis of α‐(Trifluoromethyl)styrenes by Means of Directed C—H Bond Functionalization.
Authors: Zhao Qun , Besset Tatiana , Poisson Thomas , Bouillon Jean‐Philippe , Pannecoucke Xavier 
Published: May 2016

AbstractThe first successful introduction of an α‐trifluoromethylvinyl group via directed C—H bond functionalization is described.
ChemInform Abstract: Palladium‐Catalyzed Directed C(sp3)‐H Arylation of Saturated Heterocycles at C‐3 Using a Concise Optimization Approach.
Authors: Affron Dominic P. , Bull James A. 
Published: May 2016

AbstractUsing an 8‐aminoquinoline‐based directing group, the Pd‐catalyzed C(sp3)—H arylation of saturated hetero‐ and carbocycles succeeds with high regio‐ and stereoselectivity.
ChemInform Abstract: Palladium‐Catalyzed Chemo‐ and Regioselective Cross‐Coupling Reactions of 2,3‐Dichloronaphthalene‐1,4‐bistriflate.
Authors: Hassan Zahid , Al‐Shidhani Sulaiman , Al‐Ghafri Ahmed , Al‐Harrasi Ahmed , Hussain Javid , Csuk Rene 
Published: May 2016

AbstractThe Suzuki—Miyaura couplings of title substrate (I) provides tetra‐, di‐, and mono‐phenylnaphthalenes selectively.
ChemInform Abstract: Chain Walking of Allylrhodium Species Towards Esters During Rhodium‐Catalyzed Nucleophilic Allylations of Imines.
Authors: Martinez Jose I. , Smith Joshua J. , Hepburn Hamish B. , Lam Hon Wai 
Published: May 2016

AbstractThe Rh‐catalyzed reaction of imines (I) and (VIII) with allyltrifluoroborates (II) is accompanied by isomerization of the Rh‐intermediates to afford homoallylic sulfamates (III) and (IX).
ChemInform Abstract: Asymmetric Catalysis with Ethylene. Synthesis of Functionalized Chiral Enolates.
Authors: Biswas Souvagya , Page Jordan P. , Dewese Kendra R. , RajanBabu T. V. 
Published: May 2016

AbstractA scalable, highly efficient catalytic and enantioselective synthesis of silyl enol ethers is elaborated.
ChemInform Abstract: Iron‐Catalyzed Direct Diazidation for a Broad Range of Olefins.
Authors: Yuan Yong‐An , Lu Deng‐Fu , Chen Yun‐Rong , Xu Hao 
Published: May 2016

AbstractA new diastereoselective Fe‐catalyzed diazidation of olefins is developed using bisoxazolinyl pyridines as catalytic ligands.
ChemInform Abstract: Stereoselective Alkylation of the Vinylketene Silyl N,O‐Acetal and Its Application to the Synthesis of Mycocerosic Acid.
Authors: Nakamura Tatsuya , Kubota Kei , Ieki Takanori , Hosokawa Seijiro 
Published: May 2016

AbstractApplication of various allylic, propargylic and benzylic iodides allows for the diastereoselective preparation of various polyketides.
ChemInform Abstract: Hypervalent‐Iodine(III) Oxidation of Hydrazones to Diazo Compounds and One‐Pot Nickel(II)‐Catalyzed Cyclopropanation.
Authors: Liu Haixuan , Wei Yunyang , Cai Chun 
Published: May 2016

AbstractCyclopropanes are prepared by cyclopropanation of in situ generated and non‐stabilized diazo compounds with alkenes.
ChemInform Abstract: Proline Sulfonamide‐Catalyzed, Domino Process for Asymmetric Synthesis of Amino‐ and Hydroxy‐Substituted Bicyclo[2.2.2]octanes.
Authors: El‐Mansy Mohamed F. , Kang Jun Yong , Lingampally Rajinikanth , Carter Rich G. 
Published: May 2016

AbstractA general approach towards the enantioselective preparation of functionalized bicyclo[2.2.2]octanes is achieved by a proline sulfonamide‐catalyzed three component reaction.
ChemInform Abstract: Synthesis and Nucleophilic Aromatic Substitution of 3‐Fluoro‐5‐nitro‐1‐(pentafluorosulfanyl)benzene.
Authors: Ajenjo Javier , Greenhall Martin , Zarantonello Camillo , Beier Petr 
Published: May 2016

AbstractThe title compound is prepared by direct fluorination and by fluorodenitration.
ChemInform Abstract: Transition‐Metal Free N‐Arylation of Cyanamides by Diaryliodonium Triflates in Aqueous Media.
Authors: Li Jihui , Zheng Xinyi , Li Wei , Zhou Wei , Zhu Wen , Zhang Yucang 
Published: May 2016

AbstractDisubstituted cyanamides are prepared by the title arylation of aryl and alkyl cyanamides with good yields.
ChemInform Abstract: NHPI and Palladium Cocatalyzed Aerobic Oxidative Acylation of Arenes Through a Radical Process.
Authors: Liang Yu‐Feng , Wang Xiaoyang , Tang Conghui , Shen Tao , Liu Jianzhong , Jiao Ning 
Published: May 2016

AbstractMolecular oxygen acts as the terminal oxidant in catalytic cycle.
ChemInform Abstract: Ruthenium(II) Carbonyl Complexes Containing Bidentate 2‐Oxo‐1,2‐dihydroquinoline‐3‐carbaldehyde Hydrazone Ligands as Efficient Catalysts for Catalytic Amidation Reaction.
Authors: Selvamurugan Sellappan , Ramachandran Rangasamy , Prakash Govindan , Viswanathamurthi Periasamy , Malecki Jan Grzegorz , Endo Akira 
Published: May 2016

AbstractFour title ruthenium(II) complexes are synthesized and characterized.
ChemInform Abstract: Dithioates of Meldrum′s Acid, Dimedone, and Barbituric Acid, Novel Sulfur Transfer Reagents for the One‐Pot Copper‐Catalyzed Conversion of Aryl Iodides into Diaryl Disulfides.
Authors: Habibi Azizollah , Baghersad Mohammad Hadi , Bilabary Mina , Valizadeh Yousef 
Published: May 2016

AbstractThe best yields are obtained with dithioate of meldrum′s acid as sulfur transfer reagent to provide diaryl disulfides from aryl iodides.
ChemInform Abstract: Solvent‐Enabled Radical Selectivities: Controlled Syntheses of Sulfoxides and Sulfides.
Authors: Wang Huamin , Lu Qingquan , Qian Chaohang , Liu Chao , Liu Wei , Chen Kai , Lei Aiwen 
Published: May 2016

AbstractA practical strategy for the highly selective preparation of β‐oxy sulfoxides and β‐hydroxy sulfides from readily available olefins is developed.
ChemInform Abstract: Single‐Electron Transmetalation: Synthesis of 1,1‐Diaryl‐2,2,2‐trifluoroethanes by Photoredox/Nickel Dual Catalytic Cross‐Coupling.
Authors: Ryu DaWeon , Primer David N. , Tellis John C. , Molander Gary A. 
Published: May 2016

AbstractTo circumvent conventional Suzuki‐coupling protocols, a novel method for the cross‐coupling of benzylic α‐trifluoromethylated alkylboron reagents with (hetero)aryl bromides is developed.
ChemInform Abstract: Synthesis of Functionalized Alkynes via Palladium‐Catalyzed Sonogashira Reactions.
Authors: Ibrahim Mansur B. , Ali Bassam El , Malik Imran , Fettouhi Mohammed 
Published: May 2016

AbstractA copper‐ and phosphine‐free Sonogashira cross‐coupling of aryl iodides with terminal alkynes under aerobic conditions is presented.
ChemInform Abstract: Rhodium‐Catalyzed [2 + 2 + 2] Cycloaddition‐Aromatization of 1,6‐Diynes with Cyclic Enol Ethers at Room Temperature.
Authors: Aida Yukimasa , Tooriyama Shino , Kimura Yuki , Hara Hiromi , Shibata Yu , Tanaka Ken 
Published: May 2016

AbstractA cationic rhodium(I)/BINAP complex catalyzes the [2 + 2 + 2] cycloaddition‐aromatization of 1,6‐diynes with cyclic enol ethers.
ChemInform Abstract: Complementary Iron(II)‐Catalyzed Oxidative Transformations of Allenes with Different Oxidants.
Authors: Sabbasani Venkata R. , Lee Hyunjin , Xia Yuanzhi , Lee Daesung 
Published: May 2016

AbstractReactions of allenes (I) with DDQ and tBuOOH give rise to indenes (III) and indenones (V), whilst silylated allene (VI) reacts differently to afford 1,3‐enyne (VII) and propargylic peroxyether (VIII).
ChemInform Abstract: Green Synthesis of Spirooxindole‐Pyrrolidine/Piperidine Fused Nitrochromane: One Pot Three Component Stereo and Regioselective Cycloaddition.
Authors: Nayak Sabita , Mishra Sambita K. , Bhakta Sujitlal , Panda Pravati , Baral Nilofar , Mohapatra Seetaram , Purohit Chandra S. , Satha Pardhasaradhi 
Published: May 2016

AbstractThe title compounds are stereo‐ and regioselectively prepared in nontoxic solvent by 1,3‐dipolar cycloaddition of isatin, prolin/pipecolic acid, and nitrochromenes.
ChemInform Abstract: Facile Synthesis of β‐Lactam Derivatives by the Staudinger Reaction Using 3,6‐Dichlorotetrazine.
Authors: Zarei Maaroof , Salehinezhad Aflatoon 
Published: May 2016

AbstractA simple one‐pot protocol is presented for the synthesis of monocyclic and spirocyclic β‐lactams from carboxylic acids and aromatic imines with dichlorotetrazine as acid activator.
ChemInform Abstract: Radical Cyclization of Arenesulfonyl Chlorides and Alkynes: A Rapid Access to π‐Conjugated Benzothiophenes.
Authors: Wan Danyang , Yang Yudong , Liu Xingyan , Li Mingliang , Zhao Siling , You Jingsong 
Published: May 2016

AbstractThis method is also suitable for the synthesis of π‐extended polyheterocycles as potential optoelectronic material from arenesulfonyl chlorides and bis‐alkynyl compounds (not shown).
ChemInform Abstract: Synthesis of Dihydrocarbazoles via [4 + 2] Annulation of Donor—Acceptor Cyclopropanes to Indoles.
Authors: Liu Changhui , Zhou Li , Huang Wenbo , Wang Man , Gu Yanlong 
Published: May 2016

AbstractThe reaction proceeds by a three‐step sequence consisting of an electrophilic ring‐opening reaction of the donor—acceptor cyclopropane, in which the heterocyclic partner acts as nucleophile, followed by an intramolecular dehydration induced ring‐closing reaction, and finally a 1,2‐migration leading to the dihydrocarbazole scaffold.
ChemInform Abstract: Enantioselective Formal [4 + 2] Cycloadditions to 3‐Nitroindoles by Trienamine Catalysis: Synthesis of Chiral Dihydrocarbazoles.
Authors: Li Yang , Tur Fernando , Nielsen Rune Pagh , Jiang Hao , Jensen Frank , Joergensen Karl Anker 
Published: May 2016

AbstractThe cycloaddition of dienals (II) to 3‐nitroindoles (I) followed by reduction of the aldehyde functionality leads to chiral dihydrocarbazole alcohols (III), which can be readily converted into tetrahydrocarbazole (IV).
ChemInform Abstract: Copper‐Catalyzed Direct Sulfoximination of Heteroaromatic N‐Oxides by Dual C—H/N—H Dehydrogenative Cross‐Coupling.
Authors: Yu Hao , Dannenberg Carl Albrecht , Li Zhen , Bolm Carsten 
Published: May 2016

AbstractAn aerobic, copper‐catalyzed dual C—H/N—H dehydrogenative coupling of quinoline‐type N‐oxides with sulfoximines is developed.
ChemInform Abstract: Ir(III)‐Catalyzed Synthesis of Isoquinoline N‐Oxides from Aryloxime and α‐Diazocarbonyl Compounds.
Authors: Phatake Ravindra S. , Patel Pitambar , Ramana Chepuri V. 
Published: May 2016

AbstractThe reaction has a broad substrate scope, thus tolerating various aryl and hetaryl ketoximes as well as aldoximes.
ChemInform Abstract: Silica Sodium Carbonate Catalyzed in Water Synthesis of Novel Benzylbarbiturocoumarin Derivatives.
Authors: Eskandari Khalil , Karami Bahador , Farahi Mahnaz , Mouzari Vania 
Published: May 2016

AbstractA green method for the synthesis of novel heterocyclic compounds is achieved using silica sodium carbonate as a solid base catalyst.
ChemInform Abstract: A Manganese Catalyst for Highly Reactive Yet Chemoselective Intramolecular C(sp3)—H Amination.
Authors: Paradine Shauna M. , Griffin Jennifer R. , Zhao Jinpeng , Petronico Aaron L. , Miller Shannon M. , White M. Christina 
Published: May 2016

AbstractA novel manganese C‐H amination catalyst is easily synthesized in one step from commercially available materials.
ChemInform Abstract: [3,3]‐Sigmatropic Rearrangement/Allylboration/Cyclization Sequence: Enantioenriched Seven‐Membered‐Ring Carbamates and Ring Contraction to Pyrrolidines.
Authors: Mace Aurelie , Touchet Sabrina , Andres Patricia , Cossio Fernando , Dorcet Vincent , Carreaux Francois , Carboni Bertrand 
Published: May 2016

AbstractThe title reaction sequence starting from carbamates (I) leads to 6,7‐dihydro‐1,3‐oxazepinones (III), which are converted into 1,3‐oxazepanone (IV), aldehyde (V), and diacetates (VII).
ChemInform Abstract: Copper‐Catalyzed Borylative Cross‐Coupling of Allenes and Imines: Selective Three‐Component Assembly of Branched Homoallyl Amines.
Authors: Rae James , Yeung Kay , McDouall Joseph J. W. , Procter David J. 
Published: May 2016

AbstractA series of branched α,β‐substituted‐γ‐boryl homoallylic amines (IV) is prepared by three‐component reaction of imines (I) with allenes (II) and bis(pinacolato)diboron (III) in the presence of a copper catalyst.
ChemInform Abstract: Enantioselective Bromo‐Oxycyclization of Silanol.
Authors: Xia Zilei , Hu Jiadong , Shen Zhigao , Wan Xiaolong , Yao Qizheng , Lai Yisheng , Gao Jin‐Ming , Xie Weiqing 
Published: May 2016

AbstractAn efficient method for the asymmetric bromo‐oxycyclization of a broad range of (2‐alkenyl)phenylsilanols is described which provides benzoxazoles with a quarternary carbon centre in generally high yields and with high enantiomeric purity.
ChemInform Abstract: Organocatalyzed Reduction of Tertiary Phosphine Oxides.
Authors: Schirmer Marie‐Luis , Jopp Stefan , Holz Jens , Spannenberg Anke , Werner Thomas 
Published: May 2016

AbstractA novel one‐pot method for the conversion of tertiary phosphine oxides into the corresponding phosphine‐borane adducts is provided using hexylsilane/triflic acid as initial reducing system.
ChemInform Abstract: Polycyclic Tetrahydroxanthones from Streptomyces chrestomyceticus BCC 24770.
Authors: Bunyapaiboonsri Taridaporn , Lapanun Sanisa , Supothina Sumalee , Rachtawee Pranee , Chunhametha Suwanee , Suriyachadkun Chanwit , Boonruangprapa Tanapong , Auncharoen Patchanee , Chutrakul Chanikul , Vichai Vanicha 
Published: May 2016

AbstractChrestoxanthone A (Ia) shows antifungal activity against Curvularia lunata and Alternaria brassicicola.
ChemInform Abstract: Schiff′s Bases and Their Metal Complexes as Corrosion Inhibitors for Aluminum Alloys in Corrosive Media
Authors: Ibrahim Mohamed Mustafa , Abdel Hameed R. S. , Abu‐Nawwas Abd‐Alhakeem H. , Mohamad Sawsan E. 
Published: May 2016

AbstractReview: 34 refs.
ChemInform Abstract: Progress in the Production of Biomass‐to‐Liquid Biofuels to Decarbonize the Transport Sector — Prospects and Challenges
Authors: Bhutto Abdul Waheed , Qureshi Khadija , Abro Rashid , Harijan Khanji , Zhao Zheng , Bazmi Aqeel Ahmed , Abbas Tauqeer , Yu Guangren 
Published: May 2016

AbstractReview: 241 refs.
Forensic data acquisition from cloud‐of‐things devices: windows Smartphones as a case study
Authors: Cahyani Niken Dwi Wahyu , Martini Ben , Choo Kim‐Kwang Raymond , Al‐Azhar AKBP Muhammad Nuh 
Published: May 2016

SummaryThe continued amalgamation of cloud technologies into all aspects of our daily lives and the technologies we use (i.e. cloud‐of‐things) creates business opportunities, security and privacy risks, and investigative challenges (in the event of a cybersecurity incident). This study examines the extent to which data acquisition from Windows phone, a common cloud‐of‐thing device, is supported by three popular mobile forensics tools. The effect of device settings modification (i.e. enabling screen lock and device reset operations) and alternative acquisition processes (i.e. individual and combined acquisition) on the extraction results are also examined. Our results show that current mobile forensic tool support for Windows Phone 8 remains limited. The results also showed that logical acquisition support was more complete in comparison to physical acquisition support. In one example, the tool was able to complete a physical acquisition of a Nokia Lumia 625, but its deleted contacts and SMSs could not be recovered/extracted. In addition we found that separate acquisition is needed for device removable media to maximize acquisition results, particularly when trying to recover deleted data. Furthermore, enabling flight‐mode and disabling location services are highly recommended to eliminate the potential for data alteration during the acquisition process. These results should provide practitioners with an overview of the current capability of mobile forensic tools and the challenges in successfully extracting evidence from the Windows phone platform. Copyright © 2016 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Synthesis of Bis(hydroxylmethylfurfuryl)amine Monomers from 5‐Hydroxymethylfurfural
Authors: Xu Zhanwei , Yan Peifang , Liu Kairui , Wan Lu , Xu Wenjuan , Li Huixiang , Liu Xiumei , Zhang Z. Conrad 
Published: May 2016

AbstractWe report the synthesis of bis(hydroxylmethylfurfuryl)amine (BHMFA) from 5‐hydroxymethylfurfural (5‐HMF) by reacting 5‐HMF with primary amines in the presence of homogeneous RuII catalysts having sterically strained ligands. BHMFA is a group of furan‐based monomers that offer great potential to form functional biopolymers with tunable properties. A range of primary amines, such as aliphatic and benzyl amines, are readily converted with 5‐HMF to form the corresponding BHMFA in good yields. The reaction proceeds through reductive amination of 5‐HMF with primary amine to form secondary amine, followed by reductive amination of 5‐HMF with in situ generated secondary amine to produce BHMFA.
Dynamic multicast link selections for buffer‐aided relaying networks
Authors: Chiti Francesco , Fantacci Romano , Pierucci Laura 
Published: May 2016

SummaryThe management of small cell is considered a key point in next‐generation cellular networks for providing higher data rates, and the relay nodes are expected to be useful to improve the coverage area. Moreover, multicast services have gained importance to disseminate common data to subscribers. The use of buffer‐aided relay for multicast communications is analysed in the paper, and different policies to perform the optimal link selections are compared. These policies are based on the knowledge of the instantaneous link quality indicators as well as the status of the relay buffer and dynamically select the better link according to a suitable probabilistic criterion by improving the aggregate multicast flows. The parameters of these multicast policies are optimized via a Markov chain theoretical framework. The performance for all the proposed methods is analytically derived and validated through computer simulations conducted in different multicast scenarios. The advantages of the proposed schemes are pointed out in terms of multicast throughput, buffer occupancy for different buffer and multicast group size. Copyright © 2016 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Genetic population structure and relatedness in the narrow‐striped mongoose (Mungotictis decemlineata), a socialMalagasy carnivore with sexual segregation
Authors: Schneider Tilman C. , Kappeler Peter M. , Pozzi Luca 
Published: May 2016

AbstractInformation on the genetic structure of animal populations can allow inferences about mechanisms shaping their social organization, dispersal, and mating system. The mongooses (Herpestidae) include some of the best‐studied mammalian systems in this respect, but much less is known about their closest relatives, the Malagasy carnivores (Eupleridae), even though some of them exhibit unusual association patterns. We investigated the genetic structure of the Malagasy narrow‐striped mongoose (Mungotictis decemlineata), a small forest‐dwelling gregarious carnivore exhibiting sexual segregation. Based on mtDNAand microsatellite analyses, we determined population‐wide haplotype structure and sex‐specific and within‐group relatedness. Furthermore, we analyzed parentage and sibship relationships and the level of reproductive skew. We found a matrilinear population structure, with several neighboring female units sharing identical haplotypes. Within‐group female relatedness was significantly higher than expected by chance in the majority of units. Haplotype diversity of males was significantly higher than in females, indicating male‐biased dispersal. Relatedness within the majority of male associations did not differ from random, not proving any kin‐directed benefits of male sociality in this case. We found indications for a mildly promiscuous mating system without monopolization of females by males, and low levels of reproductive skew in both sexes based on parentages of emergent young. Low relatedness within breeding pairs confirmed immigration by males and suggested similarities with patterns in social mongooses, providing a starting point for further investigations of mate choice and female control of reproduction and the connected behavioral mechanisms. Our study contributes to the understanding of the determinants of male sociality in carnivores as well as the mechanisms of female competition in species with small social units.