Total synthesis of deoxy-azasugars

Azasugars, which have been called the "sugar-shaped" alkaloids from plants. are reversible. competitive inhibitors of glycosidases. The purpose of these natural products is possibly to inhibit the carbohydrate metabolism and consequently the growth of plant consuming pests. Since selective glycosidase inhibitors have a large number of interesting potential applications including treatment of AIDS, diabetes. and tumor metastasis. they have received a considerable attentions. (omitted)