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Functionalized Spirocyclic Heterocycle Synthesis and Cytotoxicity Assay
Published on: February 9, 2021
Pyrrolo[2,1-a]isoquinoline scaffolds for developing anti-cancer agents
Leidy J García Maza1, Arturo Mendoza Salgado1, Vladimir V Kouznetsov2
1Facultad de Ciencias Básicas, Grupo de Investigación de Química Orgánica y Biomédica, Universidad del Atlántico Barranquilla Colombia carlosmelendez@mail.uniatlantico.edu.co.
Abstract:
Fused pyrrolo[2,1-a]isoquinolines have emerged as compelling molecules with remarkably potent cytotoxic activity and topoisomerase inhibitors. This comprehensive review delves into the intricate world of this family of compounds, analyzing the natural marine lamellarins known for their diverse and complex chemical structures, exploring structure-activity relationships (SARs), and highlighting their remarkable versatility. The review emphasizes their fundamental role as topoisomerase inhibitors and cytotoxic agents, as well as some crucial aspects of the chemistry of pyrrolo[2,1-a]isoquinolines, exploring synthetic strategies in total synthesis and molecular diversification trends, highlighting their importance in the field of medicinal chemistry and beyond.
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