Phenyl boronic acid

Phenyl boronic acid is an organic compound that contains a phenyl group (a ring structure made of carbon) attached to a boronic acid group (which has boron and oxygen). It is notable for its ability to form reversible bonds with certain molecules, particularly sugars, making it useful in biochemical applications, such as sensors and drug development. This property allows it to interfere with biological processes, making it valuable in research for diabetes and cancer. Additionally, phenyl boronic acid plays a role in synthetic chemistry, enabling the construction of complex organic molecules.