Synfacts 2010(7): 0743-0743  
DOI: 10.1055/s-0029-1220102
Synthesis of Natural Products and Potential Drugs
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Synthesis of Phalluside-1 and Sch II

Contributor(s): Steven V. Ley, Philippa B. Cranwell
F. J. Black, P. J. Kocienski*
Leeds University, UK
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Publication History

Publication Date:
22 June 2010 (online)

Significance

Phalluside-1 and Sch II are cerebrosides, essential components of eukaryotic cells present in some prokaryotic organisms and viruses. They have a broad range of biological functions including inter-cell signaling, cell recognition, and adhesion.