Calculation and Analysis of the Molecular Weight Characteristics of the Polymer in the Synthesis of Butyl Rubber

The article compiled a mathematical model of the cationic copolymerization of isobutylene and isoprene using a catalyst AlCl3 in a CH3Cl solution, including the reactions of initiation, chain growth, chain transfer to the monomer, and chain termination. The molecular weight characteristics of butyl rubber synthesized in methyl chloride using a catalytic system based on aluminum trichloride have been investigated. Relationships are obtained for calculating the moments of the molecular weight characteristics of butyl rubber. The effect of the concentration of the initiator on the conversion versus time was investigated.

Application of copper(II)-based chemicals induces CH3Br and CH3Cl emissions from soil and seawater

Methyl bromide (CH3Br) and methyl chloride (CH3Cl) are major carriers of atmospheric bromine and chlorine, respectively, which can catalyze stratospheric ozone depletion. However, in our current understanding, there are missing sources associated with these two species. Here we investigate the effect of copper(II) on CH3Br and CH3Cl production from soil, seawater and model organic compounds: catechol (benzene-1,2-diol) and guaiacol (2-methoxyphenol). We show that copper sulfate (CuSO4) enhances CH3Br and CH3Cl production from soil and seawater, and it may be further amplified in conjunction with hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) or solar radiation. This represents an abiotic production pathway of CH3Br and CH3Cl perturbed by anthropogenic application of copper(II)-based chemicals. Hence, we suggest that the widespread application of copper(II) pesticides in agriculture and the discharge of anthropogenic copper(II) to the oceans may account for part of the missing sources of CH3Br and CH3Cl, and thereby contribute to stratospheric halogen load.

A Facile and Efficient Synthesis of bis(Imidazo[1,2-a]pyridin-3-yl)methane and vinyl derivatives

An efficient synthetic route for the novel bis-imdizo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-yl)methane (2a-k) derivatives have been developed using acetic acid and two drops of trifluoroacetic acid at 40-45oC, resulting in 60-72% yields. An attempt to synthesize bis(Imidazo[1,2-a]pyridin-3-yl)methyl chloride derivatives by the reaction between two moles of imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine, one mole of chloroacetaldehyde in acetic acid, and two drops of trifluoroacetic acid was not successful, instead underwent dehydrohalogenation to yield vinyl derivatives (4a-d).

Simultaneous Removal of Arsenic and Manganese from Synthetic Aqueous Solutions Using Polymer Gel Composites

The groundwater in approximately 50% of the Bangladesh landmass contains Mn concentrations greater than the limit prescribed by the WHO drinking water guidelines. Although studies have suggested that γ-FeOOH can effectively remove Mn from water, its practicability has not been investigated, considering that the additional processes required to separate the adsorbents and precipitates are not environment-friendly. To improve the efficiency of adsorptive Mn-removal under natural conditions, we employed a cationic polymer gel composite, N,N’-Dimethylaminopropyl acrylamide, methyl chloride quaternary (DMAPAAQ) loaded with iron hydroxide (DMAPAAQ + FeOOH), and a non-ionic polymer gel composite, N,N’-Dimethylacrylamide (DMAA) loaded with iron hydroxide (DMAA + FeOOH). DMAPAAQ + FeOOH exhibited a higher As removal efficiency under natural conditions while being environment-friendly. Our results suggest that the higher efficiency of the cationic gel composite is owed to the higher γ-FeOOH content in its gel structure. The maximum adsorption of Mn by DMAPAAQ + FeOOH was 39.02 mg/g. Furthermore, the presence of As did not influence the adsorption of Mn on the DMAPAAQ + FeOOH gel composite and vice versa. DMAPAAQ adsorbed As and the γ-FeOOH particles simultaneously adsorbed Mn. Our findings can serve as a basis for the simultaneous removal of contaminants such as As, Mn, Cr, and Cd.

Synthesis, Molecular Docking and Pharmacological Investigation of Some 4-Methylphenylsulphamoyl Carboxylic Acid Analogs

Compounds bearing and amino acid moieties are considered the basis for sulfa drug development. The synthesis of 4-methylphenylsulphamoyl acids and the evaluation of their pharmacological activities are reported. The synthesis of these compounds was accomplished by the reaction of various acids and 4-methyl chloride in basic aqueous solution. Structures were confirmed by FTIR, 1HNMR, 13CNMR spectra and elemental analytical data. Molecular docking interactions of the analogues were determined using PyRx. In the in antimicrobial activity analysis, compounds 1, 3, 5and 7 had antimicrobial inhibitory concentration range of 0.5-1.0mg/ml comparable with 0.1-2.0mg/ml of and . In the in anti-oxidant activity study compounds 1, 2and 6displayed half-maximal inhibitory concentrations (IC50) of 1.104±0.001 /ml, 1.159±0.002µg/ml and1.240±0.001µg/ml respectively comparable with 0.999±0.002µg/ml of acid. In the molecular docking study, compound 4 had a strong 2D binding interaction with II amino acid residue and compounds 1, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 had in antimicrobial, anti-oxidant, and antimalarial properties similar to their standard drugs. Considering the outstanding pharmacological properties and their strict compliance with Lipinski’s rule, the synthesized 4-methylphenylsulphamoyl analogues could be considered as antimicrobial, antimalarial, and anti-oxidant drug candidates.

Efficacy in treatment of moderate to severe degree organophosphorus poisoning with fresh frozen plasma, atropine and 2-pyridine aldoxime methyl chloride as compared to treatment with atropine and 2-pyridine aldoxime methyl chloride in Western Odisha

Background: Organophosphorus (OP) compounds are one of the most common agents used for suicidal poisoning. People in the middle socioeconomic status are mainly affected. The most important determinant of death in OP poisoning is the severity. The ideal treatment of OP poisoning, this study was undertaken to compare the efficacy of fresh frozen plasma (FFP) along with the standard regimen of atropine and oximes.Methods: 80 patients were taken in this study (40 cases and 40 controls) with history and biochemical pictures suggestive of acute OP poisoning. Normality assumption and equality of variance were satisfied for most of quantitative variables. As a comparison of the baseline data of the study groups did not reveal any significant difference (p>0.05), the result at a given point of time between two groups were also compared with the same methods of assess the comparative changes.Results: Total 80 patients >15 years of age were taken for the study. Out of the total 63.7% are female and 36.3% are males. OP compounds are commonly used as suicidal agent. Salivation is the most common presenting symptoms in both cases and controls. The mean value of serum cholinesterase on day -1 in cases and controls are nearly same but the subsequent mean values as the days progresses are higher in cases than that controls.Conclusions: FFP showed its positive effect in reducing the development of intermediate syndrome/ fatality/ ventilatory support.