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  • A novel class of indolyl benzocarbazoles was synthesized via a straightforward one-pot reaction between indole and o-phthaldialdehyde.
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  • Structure-activity relationships were analyzed to identify key molecular features influencing antibacterial efficacy.

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  • The one-pot synthesis yielded differently substituted indolyl benzocarbazoles.
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  • The most promising lead compounds demonstrated efficacy against vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus strains.

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  • Novel indolyl benzocarbazoles represent a promising new class of antibiotics for treating Enterococcus infections.
  • These compounds show potential for overcoming existing antibiotic resistance mechanisms, including vancomycin resistance.
  • Further development of these lead compounds could lead to new treatments for challenging hospital-acquired infections.