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Usage

Uses

Used in Organic Synthesis:
3-Cyano-5-methoxyindole is utilized as a building block in organic synthesis for the creation of a variety of biologically active molecules. Its unique functional groups allow for versatile chemical reactions, making it a valuable component in the synthesis of complex organic compounds.
Used in Pharmaceutical Research:
In the pharmaceutical industry, 3-Cyano-5-methoxyindole is employed as a precursor for the development of pharmaceutical drugs. Its potential antitumor, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties have made it a subject of interest for researchers exploring new therapeutic agents.
Used in Antitumor Applications:
3-Cyano-5-methoxyindole is used as an antitumor agent in cancer research. Its potential to inhibit tumor growth and progression has been the focus of several studies, highlighting its therapeutic potential in oncology.
Used in Anti-Inflammatory Applications:
3-CYANO-5-METHOXYINDOLE is also used as an anti-inflammatory agent, where its properties can help in managing inflammation-related conditions, contributing to the development of new anti-inflammatory medications.
Used in Antimicrobial Applications:
3-Cyano-5-methoxyindole is applied in antimicrobial research, where its ability to combat microbial infections is being investigated, potentially leading to the discovery of new antimicrobial drugs.
Used in Fluorescent Labeling:
Due to its fluorescent properties, 3-Cyano-5-methoxyindole is used as a fluorescent labeling reagent in biological and chemical assays. This application aids researchers in visualizing and tracking specific molecules or cellular processes, enhancing the understanding of biological systems and chemical interactions.

InChI:InChI=1/C10H8N2O/c1-13-8-2-3-10-9(4-8)7(5-11)6-12-10/h2-4,6,12H,1H3

Upstream product

• 10601-19-1 5-methoxyindole-3-carboxaldehyde 
• 7440-44-0 pyrographite 
• 1006-94-6 5-methoxylindole 
• 75-52-5 nitromethane 
• 135205-66-2 N?cyanosuccinimide 
• 928664-98-6 4-isoxazoleboronic acid pinacol ester 
• 1189-71-5 isocyanate de chlorosulfonyle 
• 110-18-9 N,N,N,N,-tetramethylethylenediamine 
• 140-29-4 phenylacetonitrile 
• 73930-99-1 1-nitro-2-(prop-1-en-1-yl)benzene 
• 75-05-8 acetonitrile 

Downstream Products

• 60523-82-2 5-methoxy-3-aminomethyl indole 
• 1338059-36-1 C₃₄H₂₆Cl₂N₄O₂S 

Relevant academic research and scientific papers

Aerobic Visible-Light Induced Intermolecular S?N Bond Construction: Synthesis of 1,2,4-Thiadiazoles from Thioamides under Photosensitizer-Free Conditions

Aerobic visible-light induced intermolecular S?N bond construction has been achieved without the addition of photosensitizer, metal, or base. With this strategy, 1,2,4-thiadiazoles can be obtained from thioamides. Preliminary mechanistic investigation suggested that the excited state of thioamides undergoes a single-electron-transfer (SET) process to afford thioamidyl radicals, which can be further transformed into a 1,2,4-thiadiazole through desulfurization and oxidative cyclization. The reaction has good functional group tolerance and represents a green method for the construction of S?N bonds.

1,2,4-Oxadiazole Topsentin Analogs with Antiproliferative Activity against Pancreatic Cancer Cells, Targeting GSK3β Kinase

A new series of topsentin analogs, in which the central imidazole ring of the natural lead was replaced by a 1,2,4-oxadiazole moiety, was efficiently synthesized. All derivatives were pre-screened for antiproliferative activity against the National Cancer Institute (NCI-60) cell lines panel. The five most potent compounds were further investigated in various pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) cell lines, including SUIT-2, Capan-1, and Panc-1 cells, eliciting EC50 values in the micromolar and sub-micromolar range, associated with significant reduction of cell migration. These remarkable results might be explained by the effects of these new topsentin analogues on epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition markers, including SNAIL-1/2 and metalloproteinase-9. Moreover, flow cytometric analysis after Annexin V-FITC and propidium iodide staining demonstrated that these derivatives enhanced apoptosis of PDAC cells. Keeping with these data, the PathScan intracellular signaling and ELISA array revealed cleavage of caspase-3 and PARP and a significant inhibition of GSK3β phosphorylation, suggesting this kinase as a potential downstream target of our novel compounds. This was further supported by a specific assay for the evaluation of GSK3β activity, showing IC50 values for the most active compounds against this enzyme in the micromolar range.

Efficient construction of diverse 3-cyanoindoles under novel tandem catalysis

A novel and rapid construction of 3-cyanoindoles by palladium-catalyzed tandem reactions has been developed. "N-H"free unprotected, N-alkyl and N-aryl 3-cyanoindoles are obtained with good to excellent yields. The usefulness of this synthetic approach is further demonstrated by the successful synthesis of practical compounds such as the therapeutic estrogen receptor ligand A precursor. Mechanism study shows that the tandem catalysis exploits a Suzuki cross-coupling with subsequent base-induced isoxazole fragmentation, followed by the aldimine condensation.

Imidazo[2,1-b] [1,3,4]thiadiazoles with antiproliferative activity against primary and gemcitabine-resistant pancreatic cancer cells

A new series of eighteen imidazo [2,1-b] [1,3,4]thiadiazole derivatives was efficiently synthesized and screened for antiproliferative activity against the National Cancer Institute (NCI-60) cell lines panel. Two out of eighteen derivatives, compounds 12a and 12h, showed remarkably cytotoxic activity with the half maximal inhibitory concentration values (IC50) ranging from 0.23 to 11.4 μM, and 0.29–12.2 μM, respectively. However, two additional compounds, 12b and 13g, displayed remarkable in vitro antiproliferative activity against pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) cell lines, including immortalized (SUIT-2, Capan-1, Panc-1), primary (PDAC-3) and gemcitabine-resistant (Panc-1R), eliciting IC50 values ranging from micromolar to sub-micromolar level, associated with significant reduction of cell-migration and spheroid shrinkage. These remarkable results might be explained by modulation of key regulators of epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT), including E-cadherin and vimentin, and inhibition of metalloproteinase-2/-9. High-throughput arrays revealed a significant inhibition of the phosphorylation of 45 tyrosine kinases substrates, whose visualization on Cytoscape highlighted PTK2/FAK as an important hub. Inhibition of phosphorylation of PTK2/FAK was validated as one of the possible mechanisms of action, using a specific ELISA. In conclusion, novel imidazothiadiazoles show potent antiproliferative activity, mediated by modulation of EMT and PTK2/FAK.

3-(6-phenylimidazo [2,1-b][1,3,4]thiadiazol-2-yl)-1HIndole derivatives as new anticancer agents in the treatment of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma

A new series of imidazo[2,1-b][1,3,4]thiadiazole derivatives was efficiently synthesized and screened for their in vitro antiproliferative activity on a panel of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) cells, including SUIT-2, Capan-1 and Panc-1. Compounds 9c and 9l, showed relevant in vitro antiproliferative activity on all three pre-clinical models with half maximal inhibitory concentration (IC50) ranging from 5.11 to 10.8 μM, while the compounds 9e and 9n were active in at least one cell line. In addition, compound 9c significantly inhibited the migration rate of SUIT-2 and Capan-1 cells in the scratch wound-healing assay. In conclusion, our results will support further studies to increase the library of imidazo [2,1-b][1,3,4] thiadiazole derivatives for deeper understanding of the relationship between biological activity of the compounds and their structures in the development of new antitumor compounds against pancreatic diseases.

Optimization, Structure-Activity Relationship, and Mode of Action of Nortopsentin Analogues Containing Thiazole and Oxazole Moieties

Plant diseases seriously endanger plant health, and it is very difficult to control them. A series of nortopsentin analogues were designed, synthesized, and evaluated for their antiviral activities and fungicidal activities. Most of these compounds displayed higher antiviral activities than ribavirin. Compounds 1d, 1e, and 12a, with excellent antiviral activities, emerged as novel antiviral lead compounds, among which 1e was selected for further antiviral mechanism research. The mechanism research results indicated that these compounds may play an antiviral role by aggregating viral particles to prevent their movement in plants. Further fungicidal activity tests revealed that nortopsentin analogues displayed broad-spectrum fungicidal activities. Compounds 2p and 2f displayed higher antifungal activities against Alternaria solani than the commercial fungicides carbendazim and chlorothalonil. Current research has laid a foundation for the application of nortopsentin analogues in plant protection.

GaCl3-Catalyzed C-H Cyanation of Indoles with N-Cyanosuccinimide

An efficient GaCl3-catalyzed direct cyanation of indoles and pyrroles using bench-stable electrophilic cyanating agent N-cyanosuccinimide was achieved and afforded 3-cyanoindoles and 2-cyanopyrroles in good yields and excellent regioselectivities. Notably, this protocol exhibited high reactivity for unprotected indoles and was applicable to a broad range of indole and pyrrole substrates.

New thiazole nortopsentin analogues inhibit bacterial biofilm formation

New thiazole nortopsentin analogues were conveniently synthesized and evaluated for their activity as inhibitors of biofilm formation of relevant Gram-positive and Gram-negative pathogens. All compounds were able to interfere with the first step of biofilm formation in a dose-dependent manner, showing a selectivity against the staphylococcal strains. The most active derivatives elicited IC50 values against Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 25923, ranging from 0.40–2.03 μM. The new compounds showed a typical anti-virulence profile, being able to inhibit the biofilm formation without affecting the microbial growth in the planktonic form.

Efficient Synthesis and Biological Activity of Novel Indole Derivatives as VEGFR-2 Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors

A series of novel indole derivatives were synthesized as potent inhibitors for the vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 2 (VEGFR-2) tyrosine kinase. Among those, compound 10b demonstrated the highest growth inhibition rate of 66.7% against the VEGFR-2 tyrosine kinase at 10 μM which indicates that indole-benzothiazole might be the favorable structure. The binding mode of compound 10b with VEGFR-2 tyrosine kinase was evaluated by molecular docking.

Erratum: Copper-mediated cyanation of indoles and electron-rich arenes using DMF as a single surrogate (Org. Biomol. Chem. (2015) 13 (8322-8329))

Correction for 'Copper-mediated cyanation of indoles and electron-rich arenes using DMF as a single surrogate' by Lianpeng Zhang et al., Org. Biomol. Chem., 2015, 13, 8322-8329.