Abstract
This
work
presents
the
designing
and
characterization
of
two
novel
metal
complexes
derived
from
a
Schiff
base,
N
,
’‐ethane‐1,2‐diylbis[1‐(2‐chloroquinolin‐3‐yl)methanimine]
(EBCQ),
coordinated
with
Ni
(II)
(NiEBCQ),
Cu
(CuEBCQ).
Structures
complex
derivatives
were
proposed
utilizing
variety
analytical
methods
having
elemental
analysis,
ultraviolet‐visible
spectroscopy,
mass
infrared
magnetic
properties,
conductivity
measurement,
thermal
analysis.
The
obtained
data
revealed
octahedral
geometries
for
both
NiEBCQ
CuEBCQ
complexes,
denoted
as
[Ni(EBCQ)(H
2
O)
(Cl)
]
[Cu(EBCQ)(H
],
respectively.
Density
functional
theory
computations
employed
confirming
molecular
structures
exploring
quantum
chemical
parameters
EBCQ
its
derivatives.
anti‐inflammatory
results
reveal
that
ligand
NiEBCQ,
CuEBCQ,
exhibit
varying
degrees
inhibition,
showing
highest
potency.
achieved
89.80%
inhibition
at
300
µM,
an
IC
50
value
86.38
indicating
superior
activity
compared
to
(
92.33
µM)
169.07
µM).
In
antioxidant
assays,
again
showed
most
pronounced
activity,
achieving
74.16
outperforming
89.06
101.58
antibacterial
tests
confirmed
complexes'
superiority,
particularly
which
displayed
excellent
against
Bacillus
cereus
ligand.
Molecular
docking
studies
targeting
specific
proteins
(5IKT
human
cyclo‐oxygenase‐2,
5IJT
peroxiredoxin
2)
performed
assess
binding
affinities
interactions
propose
promising
potential
application
therapeutic
agents
diverse
biological
activities.
Finally,
effectiveness
monitored
opposed
several
Gram‐positive
Gram‐negative
bacteria.
Applied Organometallic Chemistry,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
39(3)
Опубликована: Фев. 5, 2025
ABSTRACT
This
study
presents
the
synthesis,
characterization,
and
bioevaluation
of
novel
water‐soluble
nickel
(NiMNPSCA)
copper
(CuMNPSCA)
mixed‐ligand
complexes.
The
complexes
were
synthesized
in
aqueous
media
using
Ni
(II)
or
Cu
(II),
sodium
salicylate
(SCA),
a
Schiff
base
derived
from
2‐hydroxy
naphthaldehyde
(MNP).
Comprehensive
characterization
was
achieved
UV–vis,
IR
spectroscopy,
mass
spectrometry,
elemental
analysis,
thermal
magnetic
techniques.
Both
exhibited
exceptional
stability
(melting
points
>
300°C),
water
solubility,
1:1
electrolyte
behavior.
Structurally,
NiMNPSCA
adopts
tetrahedral
geometry,
while
CuMNPSCA
features
an
octahedral
arrangement.
Quantum
chemical
analyses
revealed
narrower
energy
gap
(
ΔE
=
3.06
eV)
higher
electrophilicity
index
ω
9.66)
for
CuMNPSCA,
suggesting
superior
reactivity
biological
potential.
demonstrated
significantly
enhanced
antibacterial,
antifungal,
anti‐inflammatory
activities
compared
to
their
free
ligands,
with
showing
efficacy
comparable
standard
agents
both
antimicrobial
applications.
Notably,
potent
activity,
achieving
highest
inhibition
rate
IC
50
value
competitive
ibuprofen.
Molecular
docking
studies
reinforced
these
findings,
highlighting
strong
binding
affinities
dihydropteroate
synthase
(DHPS,
PDB
ID:
5JQ9;
−8.00
kcal/mol),
cyclooxygenase
(COX,
6COX;
−9.80
SARS‐CoV‐2
main
protease
(Mpro,
6LU7;
−7.60
kcal/mol).
Detailed
interaction
analysis
that
metal
coordination
complexes'
through
hydrogen
bonds,
π‐π
stacking,
π‐cation
interactions.
work
positions
as
highly
promising
candidates
antimicrobial,
drug
development,
emerging
standout
compound
therapeutic
Its
multifaceted
bioactivity,
combined
robust
structural
reactivity,
underscores
its
potential
versatile
agent,
particularly
resistance
anti‐COVID‐19
strategies.
Journal of Umm Al-Qura University for Applied Sciences,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Март 3, 2025
Abstract
This
study
focused
on
the
design
and
stractural
characterization
of
two
new
transition
metal
complexes
derived
from
Tryptophan
(Trp)
2,2'-bipyridine
(Bip),
coordinated
with
Iron(III)
(FeTrpBip)
Cobalt(II)
(CoTrpBip)
ions.
Structural
elucidation
these
was
achieved
using
a
range
advanced
analytical
techniques.
Thermal
analysis
revealed
stability
decomposition
behaviors
complexes.
The
data
indicated
that
both
FeTrpBip
CoTrpBip
exhibit
octahedral
coordination
geometries,
structural
formulas
identified
as
[Fe(Trp)(Bip)(Cl)
2
]
[Co(Trp)(Bip)(Cl)(H
O)],
respectively.
To
support
experimental
data,
Density
Functional
Theory
(DFT)
calculations
had
been
performed.
These
confirmed
proposed
structures
provided
detailed
quantum
chemical
parameters,
including
HOMO–LUMO
energies,
molecular
orbitals,
electronic
distributions,
which
are
important
for
understanding
complexes'
reactivity.
Further,
extensive
in
vitro
biological
evaluations
assessed
antifungal
antibacterial
evaluation
synthesized
bioassays
demonstrated
displayed
significantly
enhanced
bioactivity
compared
to
free
ligands,
indicating
synergistic
effect
efficacy
ligands.
Molecular
docking
studies
were
subsequently
conducted
explore
mechanisms
action
at
level,
specifically
targeting
E.
coli
FabH–CoA
(PDB
ID:
1HNJ).
FabH
receptor,
essential
fatty
acid
biosynthesis,
chosen
evaluate
antimicrobial
potential
Docking
simulations
valuable
insights
into
binding
affinities,
interaction
key
amino
residues
involved
process.
results
highlight
significant
therapeutic
complexes,
positioning
them
promising
reagents
further
development
medical
science.
observed
effects
due
underscore
advance
therapies
address
challenges
associated
resistant
strains.
Applied Organometallic Chemistry,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
39(4)
Опубликована: Март 4, 2025
ABSTRACT
In
this
study,
we
combined
NiCl
2
and
CuCl
with
levofloxacin
(LEV)
in
the
presence
of
2,6‐di(1
H
‐pyrazol‐1‐yl)pyridine
(DPP)
to
generate
two
novel
NiLEVDPP
CuLEVDPP
mixed‐ligand
complexes.
Evaluating
their
antibacterial,
antifungal,
anti‐inflammatory,
antioxidant
properties
was
goal.
Numerous
analytical
methods,
such
as
elemental
analysis,
molar
conductivity,
electronic
spectroscopy,
infrared
mass
spectrometry,
magnetic
susceptibility
measurements,
thermogravimetric
were
used
confirm
chelation
process
determine
structures
these
The
findings
demonstrated
that
carbonyl
carboxylic
oxygen
atoms
LEV
–C=N–
nitrogen
DPP's
pyridine
pyrazole
rings
facilitate
coordination
between
metal
ions.
octahedral
geometries
Ni(II)
(NiLEVDPP)
Cu(II)
(CuLEVDPP)
complexes
proposed
confirmed
by
density
functional
theory
(DFT)
calculations.
addition,
metrics
including
energy
gaps,
chemical
hardness,
softness,
potential,
electrophilicity
index
studied.
Frontier
molecular
orbitals
(HOMO
LUMO)
electrostatic
potential
(MEP)
also
investigated.
synthesized
compounds
showed
remarkable
efficiency
when
tested
vitro
against
a
variety
harmful
bacteria
fungi
for
antibacterial
activities.
Additionally,
anti‐inflammatory
effects
studied,
activity
evaluated
using
DPPH
test.
results
outperformed
free
ligands
terms
antioxidant,
effects.
Molecular
docking
experiments
further
supported
demonstrating
strong
binding
affinity
towards
target
receptors
1HNJ,
5IJT,
5IKT.
Hacettepe Journal of Biology and Chemistry,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
53(2), С. 29 - 38
Опубликована: Март 13, 2025
This
research
introduces
two
novel
Schiff
base
complexes:
[LNi(H2O)2]H2O
and
[LCu]3H2O,
where
L
represents
(E)-2-(5-bromo-2-hidroksibenzilidenamino)-6-metil-4,5,6,7-tetrahidrotiyeno[2,3-c]piridin-3-karboksamid.
These
complexes
were
synthesized
by
reacting
of
ligand
(L)
containing
ON
donor
atoms
with
an
equimolar
amount
NiCl2∙6H2O
Cu(NO3)2∙3H2O
salts.
The
compounds
extensively
characterized
using
various
analytical
spectroscopic
techniques,
including
elemental
analysis,
FT-IR,
1H-NMR,
13C-NMR,
UV-Vis
spectroscopy,
mass
spectrometry,
magnetic
susceptibility
measurements,
molar
conductivity,
thermogravimetric
analysis.
Additionally,
the
antioxidant
properties
both
evaluated
in
vitro
three
methods:
DPPH
free
radical
scavenging
activity,
ABTS+
cation
CUPRAC
reducing
power.
From
data,
it
was
observed
that
Ni(II)
complex
has
octahedral
structure
Cu(II)
a
square
planar
structure.
activity
results
indicated
some
demonstrated
superior
effects
compared
to
ligand.