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Randomized clinical trial comparing self-gripping mesh with suture fixation of lightweight polypropylene mesh in open inguinal hernia repair
Authors: Sanders D L , Nienhuijs S , Ziprin P , Miserez M , Gingell-Littlejohn M , Smeds S 
Published: August 2014

Abstract

Background
Postoperative pain is an important adverse event following inguinal hernia repair. The aim of this trial was to compare postoperative pain within the first 3 months and 1 year after surgery in patients undergoing open mesh inguinal hernia repair using either a self-gripping lightweight polyester mesh or a polypropylene lightweight mesh fixed with sutures.

Methods
Adult men undergoing Lichtenstein repair for primary inguinal hernia were randomized to ProGrip™ self-gripping mesh or standard sutured lightweight polypropylene mesh.

Results
In total 557 men were included in the final analysis (self-gripping mesh 270, sutured mesh 287). Early postoperative pain scores were lower with self-gripping mesh than with sutured lightweight mesh: mean visual analogue pain score relative to baseline +1·3 and +8·6 respectively at discharge (P = 0·033), and mean surgical pain scale score relative to baseline +4·2 and +9·7 respectively on day 7 (P = 0·027). There was no significant difference in mid-term (1 month) and long-term (3 months and 1 year) pain scores between the groups. Surgery was significantly quicker with self-gripping mesh (mean difference 7·6 min; P &lt; 0·001). There were no significant differences in reported mesh handling, analgesic consumption, other wound complications, patient satisfaction or hernia recurrence between the groups.

Conclusion
Self-gripping mesh for open inguinal hernia repair was well tolerated and reduced early postoperative pain (within the first week), without increasing the risk of early recurrence. It did not reduce chronic pain. Registration number: NCT00827944 (http://www.clinicaltrials.gov).
Enhanced Catalytic Performance of Composition‐Tunable PtCu Nanowire Networks for Methanol Electrooxidation
Authors: Xiao Meiling , Li Songtao , Zhao Xiao , Zhu Jianbing , Yin Min , Liu Changpeng , Xing Wei 
Published: August 2014

AbstractUltrathin PtCux (x=1, 2 and 3) nanowire networks (NWMs) with controllable compositions were successfully synthesized by using Triton X‐100 as the structure‐directing agent in aqueous solution. The as‐prepared PtCux nanocrystals were characterized by transmission electron microscopy, X‐ray diffraction, X‐ray photoelectron spectroscopy, cyclic voltammetry, and chronoamperometry. The results show that electrocatalytic performance of the PtCux NWNs towards the methanol oxidation reaction is enhanced relative to that of commercial Pt/C catalysts. Moreover, if the initial atomic ratio of Pt/Cu is 1:2, the corresponding PtCu2 NWNs catalyst generates mass activity that is 3.77‐fold higher and specific activity that is 2.71‐fold higher than the corresponding properties of commercial Pt/C catalysts. The enhanced activity can be attributed to a unique structure and a modified electronic effect.
Synthesis and Characterisation of a Highly Active Cu/ZnO:Al Catalyst
Authors: Schumann Julia , Lunkenbein Thomas , Tarasov Andrey , Thomas Nygil , Schlögl Robert , Behrens Malte 
Published: August 2014

AbstractWe report the application of an optimised synthesis protocol of a Cu/ZnO:Al catalyst. The different stages of synthesis are all well‐characterised by using various methods with regard to the (micro‐)structural, textural, solid‐state kinetic, defect and surface properties. The low amount of the Al promoter (3 %) influences but does not generally change the phase evolution known for binary Cu/ZnO catalysts. Its main function seems to be the introduction of defect sites in ZnO by doping. These sites as well as the large Cu surface area are responsible for the large N2O chemisorption capacity. Under reducing conditions, the Al promoter, just as Zn, is found enriched at the surface suggesting an active role in the strong metal–support interaction between Cu and ZnO:Al. The different stages of the synthesis are comprehensively analysed and found to be highly reproducible in the 100 g scale. The resulting catalyst is characterised by a uniform elemental distribution, small Cu particles (8 nm), a porous texture (pore size of approximately 25 nm), high specific surface area (approximately 120 m2 g−1), a high amount of defects in the Cu phase and synergetic Cu–ZnO interaction. A high and stable performance was found in methanol synthesis. We wish to establish this complex but well‐studied material as a benchmark system for Cu‐based catalysts.
Catalytic Steam Gasification of Cellulose Using Reactive Flash Volatilization
Authors: Chan Fan Liang , Tanksale Akshat 
Published: August 2014

AbstractBiomass gasification is considered to be one of the most promising technologies to deliver renewable energy. However, tar formation in the gasifier is one of the main challenges. Ni‐based catalysts are one of the most effective transition‐metal catalysts in biomass gasification for tar cracking and reforming. Alumina‐supported Ni, Pt‐Ni, Ru‐Ni, Re‐Ni and Rh‐Ni catalysts were tested for their activity in the reactive flash volatilisation (RFV) of cellulose to produce synthesis gas in 50 ms reaction time. RFV is a catalytic gasification process that utilises a high carbon space velocity and mass flow rate with oxygen and steam as gasification agents. Re‐Ni, Rh‐Ni and Ru‐Ni supported catalysts showed a higher gasification efficiency than the other catalysts, which was because of their higher metal surface area, high reducibility and lower CO desorption temperature. The highest gasification efficiency was achieved at 750 °C with a carbon‐to‐oxygen ratio of 0.6 and a carbon‐to‐steam ratio of 1.0 without any oxygen breakthrough.
A Comparison of Pyridazine and Pyridine as Electrocatalysts for the Reduction of Carbon Dioxide to Methanol
Authors: Portenkirchner Engelbert , Enengl Christina , Enengl Sandra , Hinterberger Gabriele , Schlager Stefanie , Apaydin Dogukan , Neugebauer Helmut , Knör Günther , Sariciftci Niyazi S. 
Published: August 2014

AbstractThe electrocatalytic reduction of CO2 to methanol is explored by the direct comparison of protonated pyridazine and pyridine for their capabilities towards CO2 reduction. The two materials inherit a significant difference in their pKa values adding valuable information to the ongoing discussion on the nature of CO2 reduction catalyzed by pyridinium and similar nitrogen containing heteroaromatic systems. Cyclic voltammetry studies as well as bulk controlled‐potential electrolysis experiments were performed combined with product analysis using gas chromatography. Methanol was detected as main CO2 reduction product in all cases.
Synthesis of a Redox‐Active Denpol as a Potential Electrode in Rechargeable Organic Batteries
Authors: Kim Jonggi , Kim Jieun , Lee Jungho , Song Hyun‐Kon , Yang Changduk 
Published: August 2014

AbstractTogether with ring‐opening metathesis polymerization, a controlled protocol of a progressive addition of the ultrafast‐initiating and more reactive third‐generation Grubbs catalyst yields a dendronized polymer (denpol) containing multi‐anthraquinone‐terminated dendrons (AQ‐ter‐denpol) (Mn=14.0 kDa) with a unimodal molar mass distribution (polydispersity index=1.20), fully characterized by 1H nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy. AQ‐ter‐denpol is investigated as an organic cathode material for rechargeable Li‐ion batteries, with a view to its unique morphology. Our methodologies establish an opportunity for developing a new generation of organic electrodes based on denpols.
The Benzylperoxyl Radical as a Source of Hydroxyl and Phenyl Radicals
Authors: Sander Wolfram , Roy Saonli , Bravo‐Rodriguez Kenny , Grote Dirk , Sanchez‐Garcia Elsa 
Published: August 2014

AbstractThe benzyl radical (1) is a key intermediate in the combustion and tropospheric oxidation of toluene. Because of its relevance, the reaction of 1 with molecular oxygen was investigated by matrix‐isolation IR and EPR spectroscopy as well as computational methods. The primary reaction product of 1 and O2 is the benzylperoxyl radical (2), which exists in several conformers that can easily interconvert even at cryogenic temperatures. Photolysis of radical 2 at 365 nm results in a formal [1,3]‐H migration and subsequent cleavage of the OO bond to produce a hydrogen‐bonded complex between the hydroxyl radical and benzaldehyde (4). Prolonged photolysis produces the benzoyl radical (5) and water, which finally yield the phenyl radical (7), CO, and H2O. Thus, via a sequence of exothermic reactions 1 is transformed into radicals of even higher reactivity, such as OH and 7. Our results have implications for the development of models for the highly complicated process of combustion of aromatic compounds.
Photophysical Properties of Ruthenium(II) Polypyridyl DNA Intercalators: Effects of the Molecular Surroundings Investigated by Theory
Authors: Véry Thibaut , Ambrosek David , Otsuka Miho , Gourlaouen Christophe , Assfeld Xavier , Monari Antonio , Daniel Chantal 
Published: August 2014

AbstractThe environmental effects on the structural and photophysical properties of [Ru(L)2(dppz)]2+ complexes (L=bpy=2,2′‐bipyridine, phen=1,10‐phenanthroline, tap=1,4,5,8‐tetraazaphenanthrene; dppz=dipyrido[3,3‐a:2′,3′‐c]phenazine), used as DNA intercalators, have been studied by means of DFT, time‐dependent DFT, and quantum mechanics/molecular mechanics calculations. The electronic characteristics of the low‐lying triplet excited states in water, acetonitrile, and DNA have been investigated to decipher the influence of the environment on the luminescent behavior of this class of molecules. The lowest triplet intra‐ligand (IL) excited state calculated at λ≈800 nm for the three complexes and localized on the dppz ligand is not very sensitive to the environment and is available for electron transfer from a guanine nucleobase. Whereas the lowest triplet metal‐to‐ligand charge‐transfer (3MLCT) states remain localized on the ancillary ligand (tap) in [Ru(tap)2(dppz)]2+, regardless of the environment, their character is drastically modified in the other complexes [Ru(phen)2(dppz)]2+ and [Ru(bpy)2(dppz)]2+ upon going from acetonitrile (MLCTdppz/phen or MLCTdppz/bpy) to water (MLCTdppz) and DNA (MLCTphen and MLCTbpy). The change in the character of the low‐lying 3MLCT states accompanying nuclear relaxation in the excited state controls the emissive properties of the complexes in water, acetonitrile, and DNA. The light‐switching effect has been rationalized on the basis of environment‐induced control of the electronic density distributed in the lowest triplet excited states.
Drug Conjugation to Cyclic Peptide–Polymer Self‐Assembling Nanotubes
Authors: Blunden Bianca M. , Chapman Robert , Danial Maarten , Lu Hongxu , Jolliffe Katrina A. , Perrier Sébastien , Stenzel Martina H. 
Published: August 2014

AbstractWe show for the first time how polymeric nanotubes (NTs) based on self‐assembled conjugates of polymers and cyclic peptides can be used as an efficient drug carrier. RAPTA‐C, a ruthenium‐based anticancer drug, was conjugated to a statistical co‐polymer based on poly(2‐hydroxyethyl acrylate) (pHEA) and poly(2‐chloroethyl methacrylate) (pCEMA), which formed the shell of the NTs. Self‐assembly into nanotubes (length 200–500 nm) led to structures exhibiting high activity against cancer cells.
Engineering the Donor Selectivity of D‐Fructose‐6‐Phosphate Aldolase for Biocatalytic Asymmetric Cross‐Aldol Additions of Glycolaldehyde
Authors: Szekrenyi Anna , Soler Anna , Garrabou Xavier , Guérard‐Hélaine Christine , Parella Teodor , Joglar Jesús , Lemaire Marielle , Bujons Jordi , Clapés Pere 
Published: August 2014

AbstractD‐Fructose‐6‐phosphate aldolase (FSA) is a unique catalyst for asymmetric cross‐aldol additions of glycolaldehyde. A combination of a structure‐guided approach of saturation mutagenesis, site‐directed mutagenesis, and computational modeling was applied to construct a set of FSA variants that improved the catalytic efficiency towards glycolaldehyde dimerization up to 1800‐fold. A combination of mutations in positions L107, A129, and A165 provided a toolbox of FSA variants that expand the synthetic possibilities towards the preparation of aldose‐like carbohydrate compounds. The new FSA variants were applied as highly efficient catalysts for cross‐aldol additions of glycolaldehyde to N‐carbobenzyloxyaminoaldehydes to furnish between 80–98 % aldol adduct under optimized reaction conditions. Donor competition experiments showed high selectivity for glycolaldehyde relative to dihydroxyacetone or hydroxyacetone. These results demonstrate the exceptional malleability of the active site in FSA, which can be remodeled to accept a wide spectrum of donor and acceptor substrates with high efficiency and selectivity.
Large Hyperconjugation in Strained Systems
Authors: Racine Julien , Humbel Stéphane 
Published: August 2014

AbstractCarbocations can appear as transient species, for instance, in elimination reactions and various rearrangements. Hyperconjugation (or conjugation) can then stabilize the cationic character and form a partial π bond. The effect of the electronic delocalization from strained substituents to a carbocation part was calculated. Very large hyperconjugation was found, sometimes more than 80 kcal mol−1, which is much larger than typical conjugation effects (56 kcal mol−1 for the allyl cation).
Concise Stereoselective Synthesis of Oxaspirocycles with 1‐Tosyl‐1,2,3‐triazoles: Application to the Total Syntheses of (±)‐Tuberostemospiroline and (±)‐Stemona‐lactam R
Authors: Fu Junkai , Shen Hongjuan , Chang Yuanyuan , Li Chuangchuang , Gong Jianxian , Yang Zhen 
Published: August 2014

AbstractA 4‐substituted‐1‐tosyl‐1,2,3‐triazole‐based stereoselective synthesis of structurally diverse oxaspirocycles is reported. The synthesis involves Rh‐catalyzed loss of nitrogen from 4‐substituted‐1‐tosyl‐1,2,3‐triazoles, Grignard reaction, and a ring‐closing metathesis reaction as key steps. By employing readily available and stable 4‐substituted‐1‐tosyl‐1,2,3‐triazoles as surrogates of diazo compounds and nitrogen sources, two types of oxaspirocycles were obtained. The latter compounds, which contain adjacent nitrogen stereocenters, could serve as the core structures of many natural products. This chemistry has been successfully applied to the total syntheses of (±)‐tuberostemospiroline and (±)‐stemona‐lactam R.
Rhodium(III)‐Catalyzed Intramolecular Redox‐Neutral Annulation of Tethered Alkynes: Formal Total Synthesis of (±)‐Goniomitine
Authors: Zhou Bing , Du Juanjuan , Yang Yaxi , Li Yuanchao 
Published: August 2014

AbstractA RhIII‐catalyzed intramolecular redox‐neutral atom‐economic annulation of a tethered alkyne has been developed to efficiently construct 2‐amidealkyl indoles with completely reversed regioselectivity by a CH activation pathway. Furthermore, using the RhIII‐catalyzed CH activation/annulation as a key step, a one‐pot synthesis of pyrido[1,2‐a]indoles has also been developed and applied to a highly efficient formal total synthesis of (±)‐goniomitine.
ChemInform Abstract: Syntheses and Properties of a Family of New Compounds RE3Sb3Co2O14 (RE: La, Pr, Nd, Sm—Ho) with an Ordered Pyrochlore Structure.
Authors: Li Kuo , Hu Yufei , Wang Yingxia , Kamiyama Takashi , Wang Bingwu , Li Zhaofei , Lin Jianhua 
Published: August 2014

AbstractAs an example of the isostructural Ln3Sb3Co2O14 (Ln: La, Pr, Nd, Sm—Ho) series with an ordered pyrochlore structure, the La variant is prepared by a citrate complex method employing stoichiometric amounts of La(NO3)3, Co(NO3)2, and Sb tartrate together with citric acid with a metal/citrate molar ratio of 1:2 (1.
ChemInform Abstract: Self‐Irradiation and Oxidation Effects on Americium Sesquioxide and Raman Spectroscopy Studies of Americium Oxides.
Authors: Horlait Denis , Caraballo Richard , Lebreton Florent , Jegou Christophe , Roussel Pascal , Delahaye Thibaud 
Published: August 2014

AbstractOxygen deficient 241AmO2‐δ is used as precursor for XRD monitoring experiments of α self‐irradiation effects on A‐type Am2O3 which is obtained by reducing heat treatment (1273 K, 2 h, 4% H2/Ar atmosphere).
ChemInform Abstract: Investigations on Bi25FeO40 Powders Synthesized by Hydrothermal and Combustion‐Like Processes.
Authors: Koeferstein Roberto , Buttlar Toni , Ebbinghaus Stefan G. 
Published: August 2014

AbstractPhase‐pure iron sillenite (Bi25FeO40) powders are prepared by hydrothermal reaction of Bi(NO3)3 and Fe(NO3)3 in aq.
ChemInform Abstract: Solvothermal Synthesis of Pyrochlore‐Type Cubic Tungsten Trioxide Hemihydrate and High Photocatalytic Activity.
Authors: Zheng Yi , Chen Gang , Yu Yaoguang , Wang Yu , Sun Jingxue , Xu Haiming , Zhou Yansong 
Published: August 2014

AbstractPyrochlore‐type cubic WO3·0.5H2O is prepared by solvothermal processing of an aqueous solution of Na2WO4, urea, and HCl in H2O/acetone (autoclave, 140 °C, 3 d).
ChemInform Abstract: Ag6Si2O7: A Silicate Photocatalyst for the Visible Region.
Authors: Lou Zaizhu , Huang Baibiao , Wang Zeyan , Ma Xiangchao , Zhang Rui , Zhang Xiaoyang , Qin Xiaoyan , Dai Ying , Whangbo Myung‐Hwan 
Published: August 2014

AbstractThe title compound is prepared by addition of an aqueous Na2SiO3 solution to an AgNO3 solution and characterized by powder XRD, XPS, UV/VIS diffuse reflectance spectroscopy, and DFT calculations.
ChemInform Abstract: Novel Chemical Synthesis and Characterization of CeTi2O6 Brannerite.
Authors: Kong Linggen , Gregg Daniel J. , Karatchevtseva Inna , Zhang Zhaoming , Blackford Mark G. , Middleburgh Simon C. , Lumpkin Gregory R. , Triani Gerry 
Published: August 2014

AbstractThe title compound is synthesized in aqueous medium from a mixture of titanium(IV) bis(ammonium lactato)dihydroxide and Ce(NO3)3 (sintering between 800 and 1400 °C).
ChemInform Abstract: [Th10(μ‐F16)(μ3‐O4) (μ4‐O4)(NH3)32] (NO3)8·19.6 NH3 — The Largest Thorium Complex from Solution Known to Date.
Authors: Woidy Patrick , Kraus Florian 
Published: August 2014

AbstractThe reaction of K2Th(NO3)6 and UF4 with liquid NH3 as a solvent (‐40 °C) results in planar colorless crystals of [Th10F16O8(NH3)32] (NO3)8·19.6 NH3 with O atoms derived from air moisture.
ChemInform Abstract: Assembly of Three Organic—Inorganic Hybrid Supramolecular Materials Based on Reduced Molybdenum(V) Phosphates.
Authors: Zhang He , Yu Kai , Lv Jing‐Hua , Wang Chun‐Mei , Wang Chun‐Xiao , Zhou Bai‐Bin 
Published: August 2014

AbstractThree new supramolecular materials based on {P4Mo6} polyoxoanions are hydrothermally prepared and their structures are determined by single crystal XRD.
ChemInform Abstract: Synthesis and Characterization of Eight Compounds of the MU8Q17 Family: ScU8S17, CoU8S17, NiU8S17, TiU8Se17, VU8Se17, CrU8Se17, CoU8Se17, and NiU8Se17.
Authors: Ward Matthew D. , Mesbah Adel , Minasian Stefan G. , Shuh David K. , Tyliszczak Tolek , Lee Minseong , Choi Eun Sang , Lebegue Sebastien , Ibers James A. 
Published: August 2014

AbstractSingle crystals of the title compounds are synthesized by solid state reactions of the elements in an ACl flux (A: Cs, K, Rb) (Ar, silica tubes, 1073—1123 K, 96—168 h).
ChemInform Abstract: (2S,5R)‐2‐Methylaminomethyl‐1‐methyl‐5‐phenylpyrrolidine, a Chiral Diamine Ligand for Copper(II)‐Catalyzed Henry Reactions with Superb Enantiocontrol.
Authors: Scharnagel Dagmar , Prause Felix , Kaldun Johannes , Haase Robert G. , Breuning Matthias 
Published: August 2014

AbstractExcellent yields and superb levels of enantiocontrol are achieved in Cu(II)‐catalyzed Henry reactions of aromatic, heteroaromatic, vinylic, and aliphatic aldehydes in the presence of a chiral pyrrolidine ligand derived from L‐pyroglutamate.
ChemInform Abstract: Palladium‐Catalyzed Allylic Alkylation Using Chiral P,O‐Ligands Synthesized via Sulfonamide Directed ortho‐Lithiation.
Authors: Petkova Zhanina , Stoyanova Malinka , Dimitrov Vladimir 
Published: August 2014

AbstractSeveral ligands are synthesized and tested in this model reaction.
ChemInform Abstract: Organocatalytic [4 + 2] Cyclocondensation of α,β‐Unsaturated Acyl Chlorides with Imines: Highly Enantioselective Synthesis of Dihydropyridinone and Piperidine Derivatives.
Authors: Jia Wen‐Qiang , Chen Xiang‐Yu , Sun Li‐Hui , Ye Song 
Published: August 2014

AbstractQuinidines (I) are successfully applied as chiral catalysts in the enantioselective [4 + 2] cyclocondensation of imines (II) and (VIII) with chlorides (III).
ChemInform Abstract: Redox‐Triggered C—C Coupling of Diols and Alkynes: Synthesis of β,γ‐Unsaturated α‐Hydroxyketones and Furans by Ruthenium‐Catalyzed Hydrohydroxyalkylation.
Authors: McInturff Emma L. , Nguyen Khoa D. , Krische Michael J. 
Published: August 2014

AbstractThe coupling of alkynes and vicinal diols proceeds with complete levels of regioselectivity and good to complete control over the alkene geometry to yield β,γ‐unsaturated ketones.
ChemInform Abstract: Syntheses of New Unsymmetrical 2,5‐Disubstituted‐1,3,4‐oxadiazoles and 1,2,4‐Triazolo[3,4‐b]‐1,3,4‐thiadiazoles Bearing Thieno[2,3‐c]pyrazolo Moiety.
Authors: Patil Shivaraj P. , Kanawade Shrikant B. , Bhavsar Dinesh C. , Nikam Prashant S. , Gangurde Sachin A. , Toche Raghunath B. 
Published: August 2014

AbstractThienopyrazolocarbohydrazide (I) is synthesized and applied to prepare a variety of oxadiazole, triazole and thiadiazole derivatives using nonhazardous chemicals and reagents.
ChemInform Abstract: Transition from π Radicals to σ Radicals: Substituent‐Tuned Cyclization of Hydrazonyl Radicals.
Authors: Duan Xiao‐Yong , Zhou Neng‐Neng , Fang Ran , Yang Xiu‐Long , Yu Wei , Han Bing 
Published: August 2014

AbstractHydrazonyl radicals, generally possessing π‐electronic structures, can be tuned to σ radicals by attaching a trifluoroacetyl or trichloroacetyl group to the N‐1 atom.
ChemInform Abstract: Highly Chemoselective Aerobic Oxidation of Amino Alcohols into Amino Carbonyl Compounds.
Authors: Sasano Yusuke , Nagasawa Shota , Yamazaki Mai , Shibuya Masatoshi , Park Jaiwook , Iwabuchi Yoshiharu 
Published: August 2014

AbstractThe alcohol‐selective oxidation of various unprotected amino alcohols, bearing a primary, secondary, or tertiary amino group is achieved in good to high yield in the presence of an azaadamantane N‐oxyl/copper catalyst.
ChemInform Abstract: Facile One‐Pot Synthesis of N‐Alkylated Benzimidazole and Benzotriazole from Carbonyl Compounds.
Authors: Meng Xu , Li Xiaolong , Chen Wenlin , Zhang Yuanqing , Wang Wen , Chen Jinying , Song Jinli , Feng Huijie , Chen Baohua 
Published: August 2014

AbstractAn efficient and convenient protocol for the synthesis of N‐alkylated benzimidazoles and benzotriazoles using carbonyl compounds as alkylating agents is developed.
ChemInform Abstract: Low Coordinate Germanium(II) and Tin(II) Hydride Complexes: Efficient Catalysts for the Hydroboration of Carbonyl Compounds.
Authors: Hadlington Terrance J. , Hermann Markus , Frenking Gernot , Jones Cameron 
Published: August 2014

AbstractThe first examples for utilization of well‐defined, low‐valent p‐block metal hydrides, e.g. (I), in organic catalysis are presented.
ChemInform Abstract: The Beckmann Rearrangement Executed by Visible‐Light‐Driven Generation of Vilsmeier—Haack Reagent.
Authors: Srivastava Vishnu P. , Yadav Arvind K. , Yadav Lal Dhar S. 
Published: August 2014

AbstractThe Beckmann rearrangement occurs through activation of ketoximes by the Vilsmeier‐Haack reagent, which is in situ generated by an eosin Y catalyzed, visible‐light‐driven reaction of CBr4 and a catalytic amount of DMF.
ChemInform Abstract: Organocatalytic Asymmetric Biomimetic Transamination of α‐Keto Acetals to Chiral α‐Amino Acetals.
Authors: Pan Hongjie , Xie Ying , Liu Mao , Shi Yian 
Published: August 2014

AbstractQuinidine derivatives catalyze the asymmetric reductive amination of α‐keto acetals with ortho‐hydroxybenzylamine as nitrogen donor.