1,3-Disubstituted thiourea derivatives: Promising candidates for medicinal applications with enhanced cytotoxic effects on cancer cells.

The distinct chemical structure of thiourea derivatives provides them with an advantage in selectively targeting cancer cells. In our previous study, we selected the most potent compounds, 2 and 8, with 3,4-dichloro- and 3-trifluoromethylphenyl substituents, respectively, across colorectal (SW480 and SW620), prostate (PC3), and leukemia (K-562) cancer cell lines, as well as non-tumor HaCaT cells. Our research has demonstrated their anticancer potential by targeting key molecular pathways involved in cancer progression, including caspase 3/7 activation, NF-κB (Nuclear Factor Kappa-light-chain-enhancer of activated B cells) activation decrease, VEGF (Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor) secretion, ROS (Reactive Oxygen Species) production, and metabolite profile alterations.

Synthesis and Biological Evaluation of New Compounds with Nitroimidazole Moiety.

Heterocyclic compounds, particularly those containing azole rings, have shown extensive biological activity, including anticancer, antibacterial, and antifungal properties. Among these, the imidazole ring stands out due to its diverse therapeutic potential. In the presented study, we designed and synthesized a series of imidazole derivatives to identify compounds with high biological potential.

Proapoptotic effects of halogenated bis-phenylthiourea derivatives in cancer cells.

New halogenated thiourea derivatives were synthesized via the reaction of substituted phenylisothiocyanates with aromatic amines. Their cytotoxic activity was examined in in vitro studies against solid tumors (SW480, SW620, PC3), a hematological malignance (K-562), and normal keratinocytes (HaCaT). Most of the compounds were more effective against SW480 (1a, 3a, 3b, 5j), K-562 (2b, 3a, 4a), or PC3 (5d) cells than cisplatin, with favorable selectivity.

Synthesis and Biological Evaluation of New Schiff Bases Derived from 4-Amino-5-(3-fluorophenyl)-1,2,4-triazole-3-thione.

The treatment of infectious diseases is a challenging issue faced by the medical community. The emergence of drug-resistant strains of bacteria and fungi is a major concern. Researchers and medical professionals are working to develop new and innovative treatments for infectious diseases.

Effect of Hydroxyl Groups Esterification with Fatty Acids on the Cytotoxicity and Antioxidant Activity of Flavones.

Flavonoids and polyunsaturated fatty acids due to low cytotoxicity in vitro studies are suggested as potential substances in the prevention of diseases associated with oxidative stress. We examined novel 6-hydroxy-flavanone and 7-hydroxy-flavone conjugates with selected fatty acids (FA) of different length and saturation and examined their cytotoxic and antioxidant potential. Our findings indicate that the conjugation with FA affects the biological activity of both the original flavonoids.

Investigation of the Mechanisms of Cytotoxic Activity of 1,3-Disubstituted Thiourea Derivatives.

Substituted thiourea derivatives possess confirmed cytotoxic activity towards cancer but also normal cells. To develop new selective antitumor agents, a series of 3-(trifluoromethyl)phenylthiourea analogs were synthesized, and their cytotoxicity was evaluated in vitro against the cell line panel. Compounds -, , and were highly cytotoxic against human colon (SW480, SW620) and prostate (PC3) cancer cells, and leukemia K-562 cell lines (IC ≤ 10 µM), with favorable selectivity over normal HaCaT cells.

Disubstituted 4-Chloro-3-nitrophenylthiourea Derivatives: Antimicrobial and Cytotoxic Studies.

4-Chloro-3-nitrophenylthioureas ⁻ were synthesized and tested for their antimicrobial and cytotoxic activities. Compounds exhibited high to moderate antistaphylococcal activity against both standard and clinical strains (MIC values 2⁻64 μg/mL). Among them derivatives with electron-donating alkyl substituents at the phenyl ring were the most promising.

[The role of flavonoids in the modulation of inflammation].

Chronic inflammation in the body leads to the formation and development many diseases, e.g. atherosclerosis, diabetes, neurodegenerative diseases or cancer and others.