Discovery of new G-quadruplex binding chemotypes

Chem Commun (Camb). 2014 Jan 28;50(8):960-3. doi: 10.1039/c3cc48616h.

Abstract

We report here on the discovery and preliminary evaluation of a novel non-macrocyclic low molecular weight quadruplex-stabilizing chemotype. The lead compounds, based on a furan core, show high G-quadruplex stabilisation and selectivity as well as potent in vitro anti-proliferative activity.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Antineoplastic Agents / chemistry
  • Antineoplastic Agents / pharmacology
  • Cell Line, Tumor
  • Cell Survival / drug effects
  • Circular Dichroism
  • Furans / chemistry
  • G-Quadruplexes*
  • Humans

Substances

  • Antineoplastic Agents
  • Furans
  • furan