Poh Yen Khor , Johnson Stanslas , Nurulfazlina Edayah Rasol , Kok Meng Chan , Phooi Yan Mock , Kok Wai Lam
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Abstract
This study describes the synthesis and structure-activity relationship (SAR) analysis of non- symmetrical heterocyclic pentanoid derivative as potential anti-cancer agents. The lead compound, 5d, exhibited potent (IC50 = 0.38 ± 0.05 μM) and selective (Selectivity Index: 2–9) growth inhibitory effects on the metastatic triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) cells. Mechanistic studies revealed that 5d attenuates proteasomal degradation activity via the ubiquitin-proteasome pathway, leading to G2/M phase cell cycle arrest and the induction of apoptotic cell death.
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Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters presents preliminary experimental or theoretical research results of outstanding significance and timeliness on all aspects of science at the interface of chemistry and biology and on major advances in drug design and development. The journal publishes articles in the form of communications reporting experimental or theoretical results of special interest, and strives to provide maximum dissemination to a large, international audience.