Design, synthesis, in-vitro, in-silico, DFT and POM studies of a novel family of sulfonamides as potent anti-triple-negative breast cancer agents.

In this study, a new family of ethacrynic acid-sulfonamides and indazole-sulfonamides was synthesized and tested in vitro against MDA-MB-468 triple-negative breast cancer cells and PBMCs human peripheral blood mononuclear cells, using the MTT (3-[4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl]-2,5 diphenyl tetrazolium bromide) assay. The aim of this research is to discover novel compounds with potential therapeutic effects on breast cancer. The antiproliferative activity of these compounds showed a significant dose-dependent activity, with IC values ranging between 2.

Development of a new experimental NMR strategy for covalent cysteine protease inhibitors screening: toward enhanced drug discovery.

In the development of antiviral drugs, proteases and polymerases are among the most important targets. Cysteine proteases, also known as thiol proteases, catalyze the degradation of proteins by cleaving peptide bonds using the nucleophilic thiol group of cysteine. As part of our research, we are examining how cysteine, an essential amino acid found in the active site of the main protease (M) enzyme in SARS-CoV-2, interacts with electrophilic groups present in ethacrynic acid (EA) and compounds 4, 6, and 8 to form sulfur-carbon bonds.

Design, Synthesis, Computational Studies, and Anti-Proliferative Evaluation of Novel Ethacrynic Acid Derivatives Containing Nitrogen Heterocycle, Urea, and Thiourea Moieties as Anticancer Agents.

In the present work, the synthesis of new ethacrynic acid () derivatives containing nitrogen heterocyclic, urea, or thiourea moieties via efficient and practical synthetic procedures was reported. The synthesised compounds were screened for their anti-proliferative activity against two different cancer cell lines, namely, HL60 (promyelocytic leukaemia) and HCT116 (human colon carcinoma). The results of the in vitro tests reveal that compounds -, , (-), and exhibit potent anti-proliferative activity against the HL60 cell line, with values of the percentage of cell viability ranging from 20 to 35% at 1 μM of the drug and IC values between 2.

"Click" Chemistry for the Functionalization of Graphene Oxide with Phosphorus Dendrons: Synthesis, Characterization and Preliminary Biological Properties.

Two families of phosphorhydrazone dendrons having either an azide or an alkyne linked to the core and diverse types of pyridine derivatives as terminal functions have been synthesized and characterized. These dendrons were grafted via click reaction to graphene oxide (GO) functionalized with either alkyne or azide functions, respectively. The resulting modified-GO and GO-dendrons materials have been characterized by Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR), Raman spectroscopy (RS), and Magic Angle Spinning Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (MAS NMR) analyses.

Unlocking the Potential of Deep Eutectic Solvents for C-H Activation and Cross-Coupling Reactions: A Review.

Green chemistry principles have underpinned the development of deep eutectic solvents (DESs). In this brief overview, we discuss the potential of DESs as a greener alternative to volatile organic solvents for cross-coupling and C-H activation reactions in organic chemistry. DESs offer numerous benefits, such as easy preparation, low toxicity, high biodegradability, and the potential to replace volatile organic compounds.

Improvement of the Chemical Reactivity of Michael Acceptor of Ethacrynic Acid Correlates with Antiproliferative Activities.

The present study aims to report the design, synthesis, and biological activity of new ethacrynic acid () analogs () obtained by the double modulation of the carboxylic acid moiety and the aromatic ring with the aim to increase the chemical reactivity of Michael acceptor of . All obtained compounds were characterized by H and C NMR, IR, and high-resolution mass spectrometry. The antiproliferative activity was evaluated in vitro using MMT test, in a first step, against HL60 cell line and in a second step, on a panel of human cancer cell lines such as HCT116, A549, MCF7, PC3, U87-MG, and SKOV3, and normal cell line MRC5 in comparison with positive control doxorubicin.

Synthesis, Anticancer Activities and Molecular Docking Studies of a Novel Class of 2-Phenyl-5,6,7,8-tetrahydroimidazo [1,2-]pyridazine Derivatives Bearing Sulfonamides.

In the present study, new 2-phenyl-5,6,7,8-tetrahydroimidazo [1,2-]pyridazines bearing sulfonamides were synthesized, characterized and evaluated for their anticancer activities. The structures of these derivatives were elucidated by H NMR, C NMR, infrared and high-resolution mass spectrometry for further validation of the target compound structures. The anticancer activities of the new molecules were evaluated against five human cancer cell lines, including A-549, Hs-683, MCF-7, SK-MEL-28 and B16-F10 cell lines using 5-fluorouracil and etoposide as the reference drugs.

Near-Infrared Emitting Poly(amidoamine) Dendrimers with an Anthraquinone Core toward Versatile Non-Invasive Biological Imaging.

Today, there is a very strong demand for versatile near-infrared (NIR) imaging agents suitable for non-invasive optical imaging in living organisms ( imaging). Here, we created a family of NIR-emitting macromolecules that take advantage of the unique structure of dendrimers. In contrast to existing fluorescent dendrimers bearing fluorophores at their periphery or in their cavities, a NIR fluorescent structure is incorporated into the core of the dendrimer.

Regioselective C-H Functionalization of the Six-Membered Ring of the 6,5-Fused Heterocyclic Systems: An Overview.

The regioselective C-H functionalization of the five-membered ring of the 6,5-fused heterocyclic systems is nowadays well documented due to its high reactivity compared to the six-membered ring. So, developing new procedures of C-H functionalization of the six-membered ring "by thinking out of the box" is extremely challenging, which explains the limited number of reports published to date. This review paper aims to highlight advances achieved in this emerging chemistry research and discusses recently reported methods.

Synthesis and evaluation of a novel class of ethacrynic acid derivatives containing triazoles as potent anticancer agents.

For unmet clinical needs, a novel class of ethacrynic acid (EA) derivatives containing triazole moieties (3a-i and 8) were designed, synthesized and evaluated as new anticancer agents. The in vitro anti-proliferative activities were assessed first on HL60 cell line and in a second stage, the two selected compounds 3a and 3c were tested on a panel of human cancer cell lines (A549, MCF7, PC3, U87-MG, SKOV3 and HCT116) and on a normal cell line (MCR5). Compound3c exhibited very good antitumor activities with IC values of 20.

A regioselective C7 bromination and C7 palladium-catalyzed Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling arylation of 4-substituted NH-free indazoles.

A direct and efficient regioselective C7-bromination of 4-substituted 1-indazole has been achieved. Subsequently, a successful palladium-mediated Suzuki-Miyaura reaction of C7-bromo-4-substituted-1-indazoles with boronic acids has been performed under optimized reaction conditions. A series of new C7 arylated 4-substituted 1-indazoles was obtained in moderate to good yields.

Synthesis and biological evaluation of ethacrynic acid derivatives bearing sulfonamides as potent anti-cancer agents.

A series of ethacrynic acid (2-[2,3-dichloro-4-(2-methylidenebutanoyl)phenoxy]acetic acid) (EA, Edecrin) containing sulfonamides linked via three types of linkers namely 1,2-ethylenediamine, piperazine and 4-aminopiperidine was synthesized and subsequently evaluated in vitro against HL60 and HCT116 cancer cell lines. All the EA analogs, excluding 6a and 6c, showed anti-proliferative activity with IC in the micromolar range (less than 4 uM). Three derivatives 6b, 7b and 7e were selected for their interesting dual activity on HL60 cell line in order to be further evaluated against a panel of cancer cell lines (HCT116, A549, MCF7, PC3, U87-MG and SKOV3) as well as on MRC5 as a normal cell line.

"On Water" Palladium Catalyzed Direct Arylation of 1Indazole and 1-7-Azaindazole.

The C3 direct arylation of 1-indazole and 1-7-azaindazole has been a significant challenge due to the lack of the reactivity at this position. In this paper, we describe a mild and an efficient synthesis of new series of C3-aryled 1-indazoles and C3-aryled 1-7-azaindazoles via a C3 direct arylation using water as solvent. On water, PPh was effective as a ligand along with a lower charge of the catalyst Pd(OAc) (5 mol%) at 100 °C, leading to C3-aryled 1-indazoles or C3-aryled 1-7-azaindazoles in moderate to good yields.

Unusual rearrangement of imidazo[1,5-]imidazoles and imidazo[1,2-]pyrazoles into imidazo[1,5-]pyrimidines and pyrazolo[1,5-]pyrimidines.

A multicomponent reaction giving easy and cheap access to a variety of bicyclic 5,5-fused hetero-rings has been developed. Then, an usual rearrangement of imidazo[1,5-]imidazoles or imidazo[1,2-]pyrazoles leading to bi-heterocyclic imidazo- and pyrazolo[1,5-]pyrimidines in the presence of a specific amount of I in THF at room temperature has been achieved. This new method enables the hitherto unreported synthesis of functionalized imidazo- and pyrazolo[1,5-]pyrimidines.

Palladium-Catalyzed C3-Arylations of 1 H- and 2 H-Pyrazolo[4,3- b]pyridines on Water.

Direct C3-arylation of 1 H-pyrazolo[4,3- b]pyridines and direct C3-arylation of 2 H-pyrazolo[4,3- b]pyridines in water has been developed. A new protocol for a sequential C3-arylation procedure on a mixture of 1 H- and 2 H-pyrazolo[4,3- b]pyridines followed by in situ PMB cleavage has also been achieved. This procedure led to unprotected ( NH) C3-arylated 1 H-pyrazolo[4,3- b]pyridines in good yields.

"On Water" Direct C-3 Arylation of 2H-Pyrazolo[3,4-b]pyridines.

An "on water" palladium-catalyzed direct (hetero)arylation of 2H-pyrazolo[3,4-b]pyridines has been developed. The reactions proceeds smoothly with at low catalytic loading at low temperature providing the C3 (hetero)arylated products in good to excellent isolated yields. Free NH 3-arylated 7-azaindazoles were also prepared by simple cleavage of the N-protected groups.

Original Multivalent Gold(III) and Dual Gold(III)-Copper(II) Conjugated Phosphorus Dendrimers as Potent Antitumoral and Antimicrobial Agents.

Original metallophosphorus dendrimers (generation 3, 48 terminal groups) have been prepared via the complexation of phosphorus dendrimers bearing imino-pyridino end groups with Au(III) or with both Au(III) and Cu(II). The complexation of the dendrimer with Au(III), leading to 1G3-[Au][AuCl], strongly increased the antiproliferative activities against both KB and HL-60 tumoral cell lines, showing ICs in the low nanomolar range. It can be noticed also that this gold conjugated phosphorus dendrimer displayed low activity on the quiescent cell line EPC versus its potent antiproliferative activity against actively dividing cells.

Anticancer copper(II) phosphorus dendrimers are potent proapoptotic Bax activators.

A multivalent phosphorus dendrimer 1G and its corresponding Cu-complex, 1G-Cu have been recently identified as agents retaining high antiproliferative potency. This antiproliferative capacity was preserved in cell lines overexpressing the efflux pump ABC B1, whereas cross-resistance was observed in ovarian cancer cell lines resistant to cisplatin. Theoretical 3D models were constructed: the dendrimers appear as irregularly shaped disk-like nano-objects of about 22 Å thickness and 49 Å diameter, which accumulated in cells after penetration by endocytosis.

A novel class of ethacrynic acid derivatives as promising drug-like potent generation of anticancer agents with established mechanism of action.

The well-known diuretic Ethacrynic acid (EA, Edecrin), showing low anti-proliferative activities, was chemically modified at different positions. The new EA derivatives have been tested in vitro in anti-proliferative assays on both tumor KB (epidermal carcinoma) and leukemia HL60 (promyelocytic) cells suitable targets for anticancer activity. Reduction of the α-β double bond of EA completely abolished anti-cancer activities, whereas introduction of either 2-(4-substituted phenyl)ethanamine (series A) or 4-(4-substituted phenyl)piperazine (series B) moieties generated compounds showing moderate to strong anti-proliferative activities against human cancer cell lines.

Palladium-Catalyzed Oxidative Direct C3- and C7-Alkenylations of Indazoles: Application to the Synthesis of Gamendazole.

The first palladium-catalyzed oxidative alkenylation of (1H)- and (2H)-indazole derivatives with various olefins is described. The use of Pd(OAc)2 as the catalyst and Ag2CO3 as the oxidant promoted the selective C3-monoalkenylation of (1H)-indazoles and (2H)-indazoles, affording the desired products in good yields. An original oxidative C7-alkenylation of 3-substituted (1H)-indazoles was also developed.

Investigations on dendrimer space reveal solid and liquid tumor growth-inhibition by original phosphorus-based dendrimers and the corresponding monomers and dendrons with ethacrynic acid motifs.

The well-known reactive diuretic ethacrynic acid (EA, Edecrin), with low antiproliferative activities, was chemically modified and grafted onto phosphorus dendrimers and the corresponding simple branched phosphorus dendron-like derivatives affording novel nanodevices showing moderate to strong antiproliferative activities against liquid and solid tumor cell lines, respectively.