Pd-catalyzed cycloisomerization of 4-aza-1,6-enynes to 3-aza-bicyclo[4.1.0]hept-2-enes.

A method for the synthesis of bicyclo[4.1.0]heptenes from 1,6-enynes through Pd-catalyzed cycloisomerization has been developed.

The Relationship between Metabolic Syndrome and Cognitive Function.

Background: Metabolic syndrome has been reported to have adverse effects on cognitive function, although the results are conflicting. The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between metabolic syndrome and cognitive function in elderly Korean participants older than 60 years.

Methods: We examined elderly participants who visited the health promotion center in Gyeonggi-do province.