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ChemAIRS-Driven Retrosynthesis of Elironrasib (RMC-6291): A Next-Gen KRAS-G12C(ON) Inhibitor_EP20
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ChemAIRS-Driven Retrosynthesis of Elironrasib (RMC-6291): A Next-Gen KRAS-G12C(ON) Inhibitor_EP20

The ChemAIRS platform successfully reconstructed a 25-step synthetic route to Revolution Medicines' groundbreaking KRAS inhibitor, elironrasib (RMC-6291). This next-generation therapeutic leverages a sanglifehrin-inspired macrocycle to form a stable tri-complex with KRAS-G12C(ON) and cyclophilin A (CypA), achieving exceptional selectivity through conformational rigidity.

Key ChemAIRS contributions:

  • Modular retrosynthesis: Deconstructed the macrocycle into two manageable fragments

  • Supply chain optimization: Identified commercially available starting materials

  • Risk mitigation: Flagged potential side reactions for synthetic planning

  • Route validation: Closely mirrored Revolution Medicines' published strategy

By combining macrocyclic drug design with AI-driven synthesis planning, ChemAIRS demonstrates how computational tools can accelerate the development of complex targeted therapies.

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ChemAIRS Optimizes the Synthesis of Novo Nordisk’s Glucose-Sensitive Derivatives_EP19
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ChemAIRS Optimizes the Synthesis of Novo Nordisk’s Glucose-Sensitive Derivatives_EP19

ChemAIRS transformed retrosynthesis planning for Novo Nordisk’s diboron-based glucose-sensitive derivatives—delivering unprecedented efficiency gains and scalable routes. By integrating microwave-assisted Ir-catalyzed C–H borylation and ultra-low Pd Miyaura couplings (B₂(neop)₂/B₂Pin₂ optimization), ChemAIRS achieved what traditional methods couldn’t: compressing a 12-day synthesis into 1 hour while reducing Pd loading 100-fold. Our retrosynthetic strategy identified optimal disconnections, minimized competing pathways, and enabled cost-effective scale-up of these critical glucose-responsive therapeutics. See how intelligent route design and catalytic innovation are redefining medicinal chemistry timelines.

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Leveraging ChemAIRS to Investigate Synthetic Strategies for Chiral Spirocyclic Isoxazolone, a Vital Building Block in a Boehringer Ingelheim Drug Development Program_EP08
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Leveraging ChemAIRS to Investigate Synthetic Strategies for Chiral Spirocyclic Isoxazolone, a Vital Building Block in a Boehringer Ingelheim Drug Development Program_EP08

ChemAIRS enabled efficient synthesis of Boehringer Ingelheim’s chiral spirocyclic isoxazolone—a versatile scaffold with anti-inflammatory to anticancer potential—by proposing multiple pathways, flexible starting materials, and scalable conditions while mitigating side reactions. Discover how AI-driven retrosynthesis accelerates heterocyclic drug development.

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Use ChemAIRS to Investigate Synthesis Strategies of OX2R Modulator, a Vertex Pharmaceuticals' Approach to Narcolepsy Treatment_EP06
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Use ChemAIRS to Investigate Synthesis Strategies of OX2R Modulator, a Vertex Pharmaceuticals' Approach to Narcolepsy Treatment_EP06

ChemAIRS analyzed Vertex's OX2R-targeting macrocyclic amines (like compound 29), proposing API synthesis routes that match published methods while suggesting novel alternatives. This AI-driven flexibility accelerates CNS drug discovery by empowering chemists to explore optimized pathways for high-affinity, brain-penetrant therapeutics.

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Exploring the Synthesis of Janssen's RSV-F Inhibitor Using ChemAIRS_EP03
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Exploring the Synthesis of Janssen's RSV-F Inhibitor Using ChemAIRS_EP03

ChemAIRS, our AI-driven retrosynthesis platform, predicted Janssen’s synthetic route for a potent RSV fusion inhibitor—targeting a virus that hospitalizes vulnerable populations—and proposed a cost-effective alternative. This demonstrates ChemAIRS’ ability to generate optimized, customizable pathways for efficient drug synthesis.

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Utilizing ChemAIRS to Explore Synthetic Strategies for BAY 2413555: A Bayer Therapeutic Candidate Targeting Heart Failure_EP16
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Utilizing ChemAIRS to Explore Synthetic Strategies for BAY 2413555: A Bayer Therapeutic Candidate Targeting Heart Failure_EP16

ChemAIRS demonstrated its synthetic versatility by designing multiple routes to Bayer’s M₂ PAM BAY 2413555—a heart failure candidate—identifying key disconnections, optimizing intermediates, and providing scalable conditions. While preclinical vascular inflammation halted development, our AI-driven platform continues to accelerate cardiovascular drug discovery with precision.

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Leveraging ChemAIRS to Investigate Synthetic Approaches for Azetidine-Based αvβ6 Integrin Inhibitors: Core Modifications of GSK3335103_EP17
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Leveraging ChemAIRS to Investigate Synthetic Approaches for Azetidine-Based αvβ6 Integrin Inhibitors: Core Modifications of GSK3335103_EP17

ChemAIRS optimized synthetic routes for GSK’s novel αvβ6 integrin inhibitors—key targets in TGF-β1-driven fibrosis—enhancing scalability, selectivity, and yield while reducing side reactions. These orally bioavailable candidates (including leads (S)-20 and 28) show promise for treating idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, demonstrating AI’s power in accelerating antifibrotic drug development.

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Leveraging ChemAIRS to Investigate Synthetic Strategies for Tetrahydrobenzoazepine Core of BTK Inhibitor BIIB091_EP13
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Leveraging ChemAIRS to Investigate Synthetic Strategies for Tetrahydrobenzoazepine Core of BTK Inhibitor BIIB091_EP13

ChemAIRS, an AI-powered retrosynthesis tool, was employed to explore the synthesis and process development of the tetrahydrobenzoazepine core in BTK inhibitor BIIB091. The software proposed an alternative reductive amination strategy for the final step, diverging from Biogen’s reported biocatalytic transamination approach. Additionally, ChemAIRS optimized conditions for the key ring-forming step and identified potential side reactions that could impact cyclization efficiency, offering valuable insights for reaction optimization.

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