DNA-Compatible [3 + 2] Nitrone-Olefin Cycloaddition Suitable for DEL Syntheses

Org Lett. 2019 Mar 1;21(5):1325-1330. doi: 10.1021/acs.orglett.9b00017. Epub 2019 Feb 14.

Abstract

The limited scope of DNA-compatible chemistry restricts the types of chemical features that can be incorporated into DNA-encoded libraries (DELs). Here, a method to synthesize DNA-conjugated polycyclic isoxazolidines via a [3 + 2] nitrone-olefin cycloaddition is described. The reaction is compatible with many olefin-containing substrates and diverse N-alkylhydroxylamines. The ability to perform subsequent DNA ligation and PCR amplification was also confirmed. This methodology facilitates the synthesis of DELs containing topographically complex compounds with underexplored chemical features.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Alkenes / chemistry*
  • Cycloaddition Reaction / methods
  • DNA / chemistry*
  • Drug Discovery
  • Hydroxylamines / chemistry
  • Molecular Structure
  • Nitrogen Oxides / chemistry*
  • Small Molecule Libraries / chemistry
  • Temperature

Substances

  • Alkenes
  • Hydroxylamines
  • Nitrogen Oxides
  • Small Molecule Libraries
  • nitrones
  • DNA