A novel series of 13- and 14-membered macrocyclic amines was developed by l
inking the P-1, and P-2, groups. The synthesis entails stereoselective Frat
er alkylation to install the anti-succinate configuration and macrocyclic a
mination via nucleophilic displacement. This strategy resulted in a new cla
ss of conformationally constrained inhibitors that are potent ind selective
for MMP-8 and 9 over MMP-1 and 3. (C) 1999 DuPont Pharmaceuticals Company.
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