The present invention relates to fluorescent dyes in general. The present invention provides a wide range of fluorescent dyes and kits containing the same, which are applicable for labeling a variety of biomolecules, cells and microorganisms. The present invention also provides various methods of using the fluorescent dyes for research and development, forensic identification, environmental studies, diagnosis, prognosis, and/or treatment of disease conditions.
1,3-O- to -C-alkyl migration of 1-alkenyl alkyl acetals and ketals catalyzed by boron trifluoride. Selective cross- and regioselective aldol type reactions
1,3-Alkyl migration of 1-alkenyl alkyl acetals and ketals is effectively catalyzed by trifluoroborane etherate to give cross aldol type products selectively. Remarkable regio-selectivity is observed in the synthesis of α-alkyl-β-alkoxy-ketones.