A rapid and general access to diversely substituted 5-alkoxyoxazoles 2 (i.e., R1, R2 = alkyl, phenyl) from easily accessible α-triflyloxy/hydroxy esters 1 and nitriles with good yields (41–76%) is reported. The versatility of the cyclization is shown for a range of substrates with high selectivity toward triflates over mesylates and proved to be compatible with sensitive functional groups. As an illustration
Discovery of Novel TRPM8 Blockers Suitable for the Treatment of Somatic and Ocular Painful Conditions: A Journey through p<i>K</i><sub>a</sub> and LogD Modulation