The function of many biologically active molecules requires the presence of carbon-nitrogen bonds in strategic positions. The biosynthetic pathways leading to such bonds can be bypassed through ...

The tool, called AshPhos, is a ligand, or molecule, that makes it easier to create special carbon-nitrogen bonds. These bonds are the backbone of more than half of all medicines on the market today.

All living organisms have basic requirements for the major element, Carbon, Hydrogen, Nitrogen, Oxygen, Phosphorous, and Sulfur (acronym CHNOPS). Other major elements include potassium, magnesium, ...