Synthesis of Ananikov-type N-heterocyclic carbene golden synthons as ferroptosis inducing anticancer agents

Inorganic Chemistry Frontiers 2026 Open access

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Authors: Tommaso Lorenzon, Zisis Papadopoulos, Alessandro Rubbi, Nicola Demitri, Laura Orian, Nicolás Montesdeoca, Johannes Karges, Thomas Scattolin
DOI: 10.1039/d6qi00134c
Cited by: 2
References: 86

Abstract

A new generation of backbone-functionalized NHC–gold( i ) complexes reveals ferroptosis through comprehensive mechanistic and biological investigation.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Cancer Mechanisms and Therapy Ferrocene Chemistry and Applications Catalytic Alkyne Reactions

Publication details

Journal / source
Inorganic Chemistry Frontiers
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
13
Issue
9
Pages
3986–4004
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN