Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Joonseok Jang"
- Joonseok Jang's research primarily focuses on the total synthesis of natural products with antiviral properties, particularly cyclopeptides.
- One significant study details the synthesis of melicoptelines C-E, which possess a hexahydropyrrolo[2,3-]indole moiety and show anti-influenza activity.
- The synthesis process involved a diastereoselective approach using l-tryptophan and dimethyldioxirane-mediated oxidation, marking a crucial advancement in the field of organic chemistry and pharmaceutical applications.