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Scala A, Piperno A, Micale N, Christ F, Debyser Z. Synthesis and Anti-HIV Profile of a Novel Tetrahydroindazolylbenzamide Derivative Obtained by Oxazolone Chemistry. ACS Med Chem Lett 2019; 10:398-401. [PMID: 30996769 PMCID: PMC6466547 DOI: 10.1021/acsmedchemlett.8b00511] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2018] [Accepted: 12/15/2018] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
Abstract
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A new
tetrahydroindazolylbenzamide derivative has been synthesized, characterized,
and evaluated as HIV-inhibitor. The biological data revealed the ability
to inhibit HIV proliferation with low cytotoxicity allowing for significant
selectivity (EC50 2.77 μM; CC50 118.7
μM; SI = 68). The compound did not inhibit the viral integrase
as demonstrated by in vitro studies. QPCR experiments
showed that the block of viral replication occurred at early replication
steps, prior to integration, profiling it as a late reverse transcription
inhibitor. An efficient multistep strategy was adopted for the synthesis
of the scaffold, consisting of a sequential ring-opening reaction
of oxazol-5-(4H)-one with 1,3-diketone, followed
by cyclocondensation with hydrazine and hydrolysis of the nitrile
to the desired carboxamide.
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Affiliation(s)
- Angela Scala
- Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, University of Messina, V.le F. Stagno D’Alcontres 31, Messina I-98166, Italy
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- Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, University of Messina, V.le F. Stagno D’Alcontres 31, Messina I-98166, Italy
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- Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, University of Messina, V.le F. Stagno D’Alcontres 31, Messina I-98166, Italy
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- Laboratory for Molecular Virology and Gene Therapy, Department of Pharmaceutical and Pharmacological Sciences, UZ St. Rafael, Kapucijnenvoer 33, BE-3000 Leuven, Belgium
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- Laboratory for Molecular Virology and Gene Therapy, Department of Pharmaceutical and Pharmacological Sciences, UZ St. Rafael, Kapucijnenvoer 33, BE-3000 Leuven, Belgium
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Nanoassemblies based on non-ionic amphiphilic cyclodextrin hosting Zn(II)-phthalocyanine and docetaxel: Design, physicochemical properties and intracellular effects. Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces 2016; 146:590-7. [DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfb.2016.06.047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2016] [Revised: 06/21/2016] [Accepted: 06/27/2016] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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Alterations in Red Blood Cell Functionality Induced by an Indole Scaffold Containing a Y-Iminodiketo Moiety: Potential Antiproliferative Conditions. OXIDATIVE MEDICINE AND CELLULAR LONGEVITY 2016; 2016:2104247. [PMID: 27651854 PMCID: PMC5019890 DOI: 10.1155/2016/2104247] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2016] [Revised: 07/06/2016] [Accepted: 07/11/2016] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
Abstract
We have recently proposed a new erythrocyte-based model of study to predict the antiproliferative effects of selected heterocyclic scaffolds. Starting from the metabolic similarity between erythrocytes and cancer cells, we have demonstrated how the metabolic derangement induced by an indolone-based compound (DPIT) could be related to its antiproliferative effects. In order to prove the validity of our biochemical approach, in the present study the effects on erythrocyte functionality of its chemical precursor (PID), whose synthesis we reported, were investigated. The influence of the tested compound on band 3 protein (B3), oxidative state, ATP efflux, caspase 3, metabolism, intracellular pH, and Ca2+ homeostasis has been evaluated. PID crosses the membrane localizing into the cytosol, increases anion exchange, induces direct caspase activation, shifts the erythrocytes towards an oxidative state, and releases less ATP than in normal conditions. Analysis of phosphatidylserine externalization shows that PID slightly induces apoptosis. Our findings indicate that, due to its unique features, erythrocyte responses to exogenous molecular stimuli can be fruitfully correlated at structurally more complex cells, such as cancer cells. Overall, our work indicates that erythrocyte is a powerful study tool to elucidate the biochemical/biological effects of selected heterocycles opening considerable perspectives in the field of drug discovery.
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Foschi G, Leonardi F, Scala A, Biscarini F, Kovtun A, Liscio A, Mazzaglia A, Casalini S. Electrical release of dopamine and levodopa mediated by amphiphilic β-cyclodextrins immobilized on polycrystalline gold. NANOSCALE 2015; 7:20025-20032. [PMID: 26565988 DOI: 10.1039/c5nr05405b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
Abstract
Vesicles of cationic amphiphilic β-cyclodextrins have been immobilized on polycrystalline gold by exploiting the chemical affinity between their amino groups and Au atoms. The presence of cyclodextrins has been widely investigated by means of AFM, XPS, kelvin probe and electrochemical measurements. This multi-functional coating confers distinct electrochemical features such as pH-dependent behavior and partial/total blocking properties towards electro-active species. The host-guest properties of β-cyclodextrins have been successfully exploited in order to trap drugs, like dopamine and levodopa. The further release of these drugs was successfully achieved by providing specific electrical stimuli. This proof-of-concept led us to fabricate an electronic device (i.e. an organic transistor) capable of dispensing both dopamine and levodopa in aqueous solution.
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- Giulia Foschi
- Università degli Studi di Modena e Reggio Emilia, Dipartimento di Scienze della Vita, via Campi 183, I-41100 Modena, Italy.
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Bondì ML, Scala A, Sortino G, Amore E, Botto C, Azzolina A, Balasus D, Cervello M, Mazzaglia A. Nanoassemblies Based on Supramolecular Complexes of Nonionic Amphiphilic Cyclodextrin and Sorafenib as Effective Weapons to Kill Human HCC Cells. Biomacromolecules 2015; 16:3784-91. [DOI: 10.1021/acs.biomac.5b01082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
Affiliation(s)
- Maria Luisa Bondì
- CNR-ISMN Istituto
per lo Studio dei Materiali Nanostrutturati - U.O.S. di Palermo, Via Ugo La Malfa 153, 90146 Palermo, Italy
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- Dipartimento
di Scienze Chimiche, Biologiche, Farmaceutiche ed Ambientali, Università di Messina, V.le F. Stagno D’Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy
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- CNR-ISMN Istituto
per lo Studio dei Materiali Nanostrutturati c/o Dipartimento di Scienze
Chimiche, Biologiche, Farmaceutiche ed Ambientali dell’Universitá
di Messina, V.le F.Stagno D’Alcontres
31, 98166 Messina, Italy
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- Dipartimento
di Scienze e Tecnologie Biologiche, Chimiche e Farmaceutiche (STEBICEF), Università degli Studi di Palermo, Via Archirafi 32, 90123 Palermo, Italy
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- Dipartimento
di Scienze e Tecnologie Biologiche, Chimiche e Farmaceutiche (STEBICEF), Università degli Studi di Palermo, Via Archirafi 32, 90123 Palermo, Italy
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- Istituto di Biomedicina
e Immunologia Molecolare “A. Monroy” - Consiglio Nazionale
delle Ricerche, Via Ugo La Malfa 153, 90146 Palermo, Italy
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- Istituto di Biomedicina
e Immunologia Molecolare “A. Monroy” - Consiglio Nazionale
delle Ricerche, Via Ugo La Malfa 153, 90146 Palermo, Italy
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- Istituto di Biomedicina
e Immunologia Molecolare “A. Monroy” - Consiglio Nazionale
delle Ricerche, Via Ugo La Malfa 153, 90146 Palermo, Italy
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- CNR-ISMN Istituto
per lo Studio dei Materiali Nanostrutturati c/o Dipartimento di Scienze
Chimiche, Biologiche, Farmaceutiche ed Ambientali dell’Universitá
di Messina, V.le F.Stagno D’Alcontres
31, 98166 Messina, Italy
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Efficient synthesis of highly substituted tetrahydroindazolone derivatives. Mol Divers 2015; 19:473-80. [PMID: 25784276 DOI: 10.1007/s11030-015-9583-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2014] [Accepted: 03/12/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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A straightforward and efficient method for the synthesis of novel highly substituted and diversely functionalized indazolone derivatives has been developed. The transformation consists of a cyclocondensation of selected 1,3,3'-tricarbonyls with monosubstituted hydrazines. The starting β-triketones were prepared by an efficient chemo- and regioselective method under MW irradiation, exploiting the oxazolone chemistry. The reaction is easily accomplished under mild conditions and appears versatile, providing a synthetic diversification method with potential for drug-like compounds preparation.
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HPLC analysis and antimicrobial, antimycobacterial and antiviral activities of Tabernaemontana catharinensis A. DC. J Appl Biomed 2015. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jab.2014.01.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 50] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Rescifina A, Scala A, Sciortino MT, Colao I, Siracusano G, Mazzaglia A, Chiacchio U, Grassi G. Decorated 6,6′,7,7′-tetrahydro-1H,1′H-2,3′-biindole scaffold as promising candidate for recognition of the CDK2 allosteric site. MEDCHEMCOMM 2015. [DOI: 10.1039/c4md00364k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
Abstract
Decorated 6,6′,7,7′-tetrahydro-1H,1′H-2,3′-biindoles, such as DPIT, targeting CDK2 seem to be an attractive scaffold for development of useful anticancer drugs.
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- Antonio Rescifina
- Dipartimento di Scienze del Farmaco
- Università di Catania
- 95125 Catania
- Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Chimiche
- Università di Messina
- 98166 Messina
- Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Biologiche ed Ambientali
- Università di Messina
- 98166 Messina
- Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Biologiche ed Ambientali
- Università di Messina
- 98166 Messina
- Italy
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- CNR-ISMN Istituto per lo Studio dei Materiali Nanostrutturati c/o Dipartimento di Scienze Chimiche dell'Università di Messina
- 98166 Messina
- Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze del Farmaco
- Università di Catania
- 95125 Catania
- Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Chimiche
- Università di Messina
- 98166 Messina
- Italy
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Iannazzo D, Mazzaglia A, Scala A, Pistone A, Galvagno S, Lanza M, Riccucci C, Ingo GM, Colao I, Sciortino MT, Valle F, Piperno A, Grassi G. β-Cyclodextrin-grafted on multiwalled carbon nanotubes as versatile nanoplatform for entrapment of guanine-based drugs. Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces 2014; 123:264-70. [DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfb.2014.09.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2014] [Revised: 09/01/2014] [Accepted: 09/14/2014] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Scala A, Ficarra S, Russo A, Barreca D, Giunta E, Galtieri A, Grassi G, Tellone E. A new erythrocyte-based biochemical approach to predict the antiproliferative effects of heterocyclic scaffolds: The case of indolone. Biochim Biophys Acta Gen Subj 2014; 1850:73-9. [PMID: 25270672 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbagen.2014.09.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2014] [Revised: 09/13/2014] [Accepted: 09/22/2014] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND The indole core is a key structural feature of many natural products and biomolecules with broad spectrum chemotherapeutic properties. Some of us have recently synthesized a library of biologically promising indolone-based compounds. The present study focuses on the effects of one of them, namely DPIT, on human erythrocytes. METHODS We have examined the influence of DPIT on band 3 protein, intracellular ATP concentration and transport, caspase 3 activation, metabolic adaptation and membrane stability. RESULTS Our study elucidates that DPIT, intercalated into the phospholipid bilayer, decreases the anion transport, the intracellular ATP concentration and the cytosolic pH, inducing a direct activation of caspase 3. CONCLUSIONS Starting from the metabolic similarity between erythrocytes and cancer cells, we investigate how the metabolic derangements and membrane alterations induced by selected heterocycles could be related to the antiproliferative effects. GENERAL SIGNIFICANCE Our work aims to propose a new model of study to predict the antiproliferative effects of heterocyclic scaffolds, pointing out that only one of the listed conditions would be unfavorable to the life cycle of neoplastic cells.
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- Angela Scala
- Department of Chemical Sciences, University of Messina, V.le F. Stagno d'Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Chemical Sciences, University of Messina, V.le F. Stagno d'Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Chemical Sciences, University of Messina, V.le F. Stagno d'Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Chemical Sciences, University of Messina, V.le F. Stagno d'Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy
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- Virology and Microbiology AOOR Papardo-Piemonte, V.le F. Stagno d'Alcontres, 98166 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Chemical Sciences, University of Messina, V.le F. Stagno d'Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Chemical Sciences, University of Messina, V.le F. Stagno d'Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy.
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- Department of Chemical Sciences, University of Messina, V.le F. Stagno d'Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy
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Mineo P. A porphyrin/β-cyclodextrin conjugated nano-system having a pan-lid molecular structure for smart drug carrier applications. Org Biomol Chem 2014; 12:3663-70. [PMID: 24763523 DOI: 10.1039/c4ob00393d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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In this study, 5,10,15-tri[p(9-methoxy-triethyleneoxy)phenyl]-20-[p-phenylisophthalate-β-cyclodextrin]porphyrin, a compound containing a porphyrin and a β-cyclodextrin unit covalently linked by means of an isophthalic bridge, was synthesized and characterized by NMR, MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry and UV-vis and circular dichroism spectroscopies. This porphyrin/β-cyclodextrin system, with the porphyrin unit connected to the lower rim (OH-2) of the cyclodextrin structure, is water-soluble and no evidence of a self-assembly arrangement between the porphyrin and cyclodextrin units appears. In this way, the β-cyclodextrin cavities remain free, retaining their potential ability of drug-delivery, with the spectroscopic advantage induced by the high absorbance of the porphyrin unit. Furthermore, the porphyrin unit, interacting with the guest and acting as a lid, could have a role in the controlled release process of the drug.
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- Placido Mineo
- Dipartimento di Scienze Chimiche and I.N.S.T.M. UdR of Catania, Università di Catania, Viale A. Doria, 6, 95125 Catania, Italy.
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Scala A, Cordaro M, Grassi G, Piperno A, Barberi G, Cascio A, Risitano F. Direct synthesis of C3-mono-functionalized oxindoles from N-unprotected 2-oxindole and their antileishmanial activity. Bioorg Med Chem 2013; 22:1063-9. [PMID: 24433962 DOI: 10.1016/j.bmc.2013.12.039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2013] [Revised: 12/06/2013] [Accepted: 12/17/2013] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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A novel approach for the synthesis of unprecedented C3-mono-functionalized indolin-2-ones is reported, starting from 2-oxindole and chalcones. The reactions proceed regioselectively under mild conditions, without di- and tri-alkylated side products. The new compounds have been evaluated in vitro for their antiproliferative effects against the protozoan Leishmania infantum. Interestingly, they appear able to kill L. infantum promastigotes and amastigotes, without significant cytotoxic effects.
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- Angela Scala
- Dipartimento di Scienze Chimiche, Università di Messina, V.le F.Stagno d'Alcontres 31, Messina 98166, Italy; CNR-ISMN Istituto per lo Studio dei Materiali Nanostrutturati, UOS Palermo, c/o Dip. Scienze Chimiche, Università di Messina, V.le F.Stagno d'Alcontres 31, Messina 98166, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Chimiche, Università di Messina, V.le F.Stagno d'Alcontres 31, Messina 98166, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Chimiche, Università di Messina, V.le F.Stagno d'Alcontres 31, Messina 98166, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Chimiche, Università di Messina, V.le F.Stagno d'Alcontres 31, Messina 98166, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Patologia Umana, Università di Messina, Viale Consolare Valeria 1, Messina 98125, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Patologia Umana, Università di Messina, Viale Consolare Valeria 1, Messina 98125, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Chimiche, Università di Messina, V.le F.Stagno d'Alcontres 31, Messina 98166, Italy.
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Mazzaglia A, Bondì ML, Scala A, Zito F, Barbieri G, Crea F, Vianelli G, Mineo P, Fiore T, Pellerito C, Pellerito L, Costa MA. Supramolecular Assemblies Based on Complexes of Nonionic Amphiphilic Cyclodextrins and a meso-Tetra(4-sulfonatophenyl)porphine Tributyltin(IV) Derivative: Potential Nanotherapeutics against Melanoma. Biomacromolecules 2013; 14:3820-9. [DOI: 10.1021/bm400849n] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Antonino Mazzaglia
- CNR − Istituto per lo Studio dei Materiali Nanostrutturati, UOS Palermo, c/o Dip. Scienze Chimiche dell’Università
di Messina, Viale Ferdinando
Stagno d’Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy
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- CNR − Istituto per lo Studio dei Materiali Nanostrutturati, UOS Palermo, Via Ugo La Malfa
153, 90146 Palermo, Italy
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- CNR − Istituto per lo Studio dei Materiali Nanostrutturati, UOS Palermo, c/o Dip. Scienze Chimiche dell’Università
di Messina, Viale Ferdinando
Stagno d’Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy
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- CNR - Istituto di Biomedicina e Immunologia Molecolare ‘Alberto Monroy’, Via Ugo
La Malfa 153, 90146 Palermo, Italy
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- CNR - Istituto di Biomedicina e Immunologia Molecolare ‘Alberto Monroy’, Via Ugo
La Malfa 153, 90146 Palermo, Italy
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- Dipartimento
di Scienze Chimiche, Università di Messina, Viale Ferdinando
Stagno d’Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy
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- Dipartimento
di Scienze Chimiche, Università di Messina, Viale Ferdinando
Stagno d’Alcontres 31, 98166 Messina, Italy
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- Dipartimento
di Scienze Chimiche, Università di Catania, and I.N.S.T.M. UdR of Catania, Viale A. Doria 6, 95125 Catania, Italy
- CNR-IPCF Istituto per i Processi Chimico Fisici, Viale Ferdinando
Stagno D’Alcontres, 37, 98158 Messina, Italy
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- Dipartimento
di Fisica e Chimica, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Viale delle Scienze, Ed. 17, 90128 Palermo, Italy
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- Dipartimento
di Fisica e Chimica, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Viale delle Scienze, Ed. 17, 90128 Palermo, Italy
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- CIRCMSB − Consorzio Interuniversitario di Ricerca in Chimica dei Metalli nei Sistemi Biologici, Via Celso Ulpiani, 27, 70125 Bari, Italy
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- CNR − Istituto di Biofisica, UOS Palermo, Via Ugo La Malfa 153, 90146 Palermo, Italy
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Aldol-type compounds from water-soluble indole-3,4-diones: synthesis, kinetics, and antiviral properties. Mol Divers 2013; 17:479-88. [PMID: 23640033 DOI: 10.1007/s11030-013-9448-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2013] [Accepted: 04/22/2013] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
Abstract
A straightforward transformation of indole-3,4-diones is reported. The reaction feasibility is evidenced by kinetic studies on a model substrate, revealing a double phase process with a first faster pseudo-first-order step (i.e., deprotonation of the dione and self-nucleophilic attack of the anion) and a subsequent slower dehydration of the intermediate. The overall process is faster at pH higher than the pK value of the investigated substrate. The biological relevance of new compounds has been assessed in vitro against herpes simplex virus type-1 (HSV-1), showing a more promising biological profile with respect to their precursors.
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Cordaro M, Risitano F, Scala A, Rescifina A, Chiacchio U, Grassi G. Self-catalyzed Mannich-type reaction of enolizable cyclic 1,3-dicarbonyls to acyclic nitrones: an entry to functionalized β-enamino diones. J Org Chem 2013; 78:3972-9. [PMID: 23506161 DOI: 10.1021/jo400331b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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A new method for the preparation of highly functionalized β-enamino diones has been developed. The protocol involves an initial self-catalyzed Mannich-type reaction of enolizable cyclic 1,3-dicarbonyls to nitrones, followed by a spontaneous intramolecular reorganization of the resulting nonisolated hydroxylamine to enamino derivatives. These compounds retain the features of unnatural α-amino acids. The ease of preparation makes them attractive intermediates for the synthesis of peptidomimetics, polyheterocycles, and other multifunctional compounds. All experimental results have been efficiently rationalized by in silico studies at the M06-2X level of theory, and a valid mechanistic pathway has been proposed.
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- Massimiliano Cordaro
- Dipartimento di Scienze Chimiche, Università di Messina, V. le F. Stagno d'Alcontres 31, Messina 98166, Italy
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Villari V, Mazzaglia A, Darcy R, O’Driscoll CM, Micali N. Nanostructures of Cationic Amphiphilic Cyclodextrin Complexes with DNA. Biomacromolecules 2013; 14:811-7. [DOI: 10.1021/bm3018609] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Valentina Villari
- CNR-IPCF Istituto per i Processi Chimico-Fisici, Viale F. Stagno d’Alcontres
37, I-98158, Messina, Italy
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- CNR-ISMN Istituto per lo Studio dei Materiali Nanostrutturati, c/o Dip.
Scienze Chimiche dell’ Università di Messina, Viale
F. Stagno d’Alcontres
31, I-98166, Messina, Italy
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- School of Chemistry, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland
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- CNR-IPCF Istituto per i Processi Chimico-Fisici, Viale F. Stagno d’Alcontres
37, I-98158, Messina, Italy
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Diastereoselective multicomponent synthesis and anti-HSV-1 evaluation of dihydrofuran-fused derivatives. Mol Divers 2012; 16:325-33. [PMID: 22528269 DOI: 10.1007/s11030-012-9367-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2011] [Accepted: 03/16/2012] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
Abstract
Enolizable 6-membered cyclic 1,3-dicarbonyls undergo an efficient and diastereoselective domino condensation/addition/heterocyclization reaction with arylaldehydes and phenacyl chloride, producing highly substituted dihydrofuran-fused derivatives. Ring size of the cyclic 1,3-dicarbonyls and the presence of at least one keto group are crucial to the reaction's success. The new compounds were evaluated in vitro for antiviral activity against herpes simplex virus type-1 (HSV-1). Interestingly, some of them appeared able to interfere with HSV-1 replication, without detection of cytotoxic effects.
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